Stone cutting facility for Lincoln Cathedral

HWA is proud to be part of the project team delivering a state-of-the-art stone-cutting facility as part of Gelder Group’s collaboration with Lincoln Cathedral. This exciting development will play a crucial role in preserving one of England’s treasured landmarks, ensuring that essential conservation work can continue for generations to come.

Lincoln Cathedral is undoubtedly an architectural masterpiece and a symbol of the city’s rich heritage. The new facility will provide dedicated support for the Cathedral’s ongoing maintenance and restoration, supporting the specialist craftsmanship required to uphold its historic fabric.

With a 20-year lease in place, the stone-cutting facility will ensure a steady and reliable supply of bespoke stonework, tailored for the Cathedral’s conservation needs. This long-term investment shows a commitment to preserving the site while also ensuring heritage skills essential for its upkeep are not lost.

HWA is delivering structural and civil engineering design services for this modern steel-framed facility. Working in close collaboration with the machinery providers, we have developed a robust design solution to support the significant weight of the specialist equipment, ensuring a functional and efficient workspace for the production of high-quality stone components.

By contributing our expertise, we are helping Gelder Group create a facility that will integrate with the project’s heritage, conservation and sustainability objectives, ensuring the Cathedral inspires and captivates visitors for many years to come.