Fylde Conservation

20/07/2026

Another exciting project underway.

We’re delighted to be carrying out the refurbishment of the Boots building in St Annes town centre. With the temporary roof now protecting the building, refurbishment works are progressing well despite the unpredictable British weather.

This is a fantastic project to be involved with, helping to preserve and enhance a well-known local landmark. Thanks to everyone working together to make it happen—we’ll be sharing more progress as the transformation continues.

Temporary roof on store during refurbishment work dominating skyline in town centre

20/07/2026

It’s a privilege to recently undertake a facade condition survey of Blackpool’s iconic Grade II listed former Post Office on Abingdon Street.

Designed by the Office of Works and completed in 1910, this impressive Edwardian building is one of the town’s most significant historic landmarks, reflecting Blackpool’s rapid growth and prosperity during the early 20th century. Its grand Portland stone façade and classical detailing remain a striking feature of the town centre over a century later.

It’s always rewarding to play a small part in documenting and helping preserve buildings with such rich architectural and historical significance for future generations.

20/07/2026

This early 19th-century Lancashire cottage is a good example of how well-intentioned modern repairs can unintentionally accelerate decay.

Originally constructed with soft handmade bricks and breathable lime mortar, the building was designed to absorb and release moisture naturally. Over time, the walls have been repointed with hard cement mortar and treated with an injected chemical damp-proof course. Cement is far less permeable than traditional lime, trapping moisture within the wall and forcing it to evaporate through the softer bricks instead. The result is widespread face loss, spalling and accelerated brick decay, clearly visible throughout the elevation. Injected damp-proof courses are often ineffective in solid-wall buildings of this age and, when combined with impermeable cement repairs, can further disrupt the wall’s natural moisture balance.

The best conservation approach is always to work with traditional materials that allow historic masonry to breathe, protecting the original fabric rather than compromising it.

20/07/2026

We’re delighted to have been awarded the conservation works to the Grade II listed Bolehill and Steeple Grange War Memorial, Wirksworth.

Listed for its special architectural and historic interest, the memorial is an unusual and early example of reinforced concrete construction, designed by Harry Hopkins and erected in 1925 to commemorate the men of Bolehill and Steeple Grange who gave their lives in the First World War, with a later dedication to those lost in the Second World War.

Our programme of works will include specialist cleaning, concrete repairs and the application of protective coatings using the Remmers conservation system. Every aspect of the project has been carefully specified to conserve the memorial’s historic fabric while ensuring its long-term protection and durability.

It is a privilege to be entrusted with the conservation of such an important community landmark. We look forward to sharing the progress of this rewarding project over the coming weeks.

Conserving our heritage. Honouring our history. Preserving it for future generations.

16/06/2026

Works recently completed at St Anne’s splash park - works included cleaning, de-vegetation and repointing of the permitted walls / seating area and central splash zone. All ready for the summer!☀️ 💦

16/06/2026

Peeling back the layers of history at Boots, St Annes.
We’ve carefully removed the later plaster finishes to reveal the original 1906 internal glazed bricks — a classic Edwardian material used for its hygiene, durability and bright reflective finish. Perfect material for the original cafeteria which was located in this area

21/04/2026

𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫: 𝐓𝐨𝐦 𝐌𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡

We’re proud to announce that Second XI Captain, Tom Myerscough, will be sponsored by Fylde Conservation for the 2026 season.

Welcome onboard!

21/04/2026

Our Director, Tom Hole, is taking on the Great North Run this September in support of the Alzheimer’s Society.
A cause close to our hearts, and one that affects so many families in our community.

Tom’s running to honour loved ones, raise awareness, and support the vital work the charity does every day.

If you’d like to support his fundraising journey, the link is below 💙
Together, we can make a difference.



https://www.justgiving.com/page/tom-hole-14?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

09/04/2026

17/03/2026

Work begins to restore iconic Stanley Park trellis as part of £500,000 centenary investment - full story in the comments