24/10/2026
A very proud night for Igoe Up Ltd!
Last night, our Managing Director, Chris Igoe, and Operations Director, Mark Macrae, attended the ATLAS 80th anniversary celebration in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Our work at Falkland Palace was shortlisted for Best Conservation & Heritage Project by a Steeplejack Member and received a Highly Commended mention — or, as Chris is calling it, “second place!” 😂
Having only been established for five years, this is a remarkable milestone for our small, family-run business and our small, loyal workforce. To be shortlisted alongside some of the most respected and established names in our industry, delivering such impressive projects, makes this recognition even more special.
Huge congratulations to Churchill Specialist Contracting, whose winning project was a fantastic example of conservation work at its best. The craftsmanship, care and respect for the building’s historic character made it a thoroughly deserving winner.
This is the standard of conservation work that every steeplejack business should aspire to. Working on historic buildings carries a responsibility to understand and protect what makes them special, using appropriate materials and methods to preserve them for future generations. To have our work recognised alongside a project of that standard makes this achievement even more meaningful.
Chris said:
“Seeing my surname and our business name listed alongside companies at the very pinnacle of the steeplejack and lightning protection industries was a special moment for me.
“But it’s our fantastic team who make moments like this possible. They are the boots on the ground, bringing skill, care and pride to our work, and they have just as much passion for these historic buildings as I do.
“To have come this far in just five years, with our small, loyal workforce, is a massive achievement. It says so much about how we operate as a team, and this recognition belongs to everyone.”
Congratulations to all the other winners, and thank you to ATLAS for another fantastic event. We feel privileged to be part of nights like these and to celebrate alongside so many talented people from across our industry. 👏
https://atlas.org.uk