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Sir Christopher Wren, first Surveyor of the Fabric of St Paul's Cathedral. The post of Surveyor of the Fabric of St Paul's Cathedral was established in 1675. The role is an architectural one, with the current holder being responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the cathedral and its buildings.
Jul 25, 2011 · July 25, 2011. In the first of a new series in which we ask 10 questions of someone involved with one of London’s historic sites, we speak to Martin Stancliffe, Surveyor of the Fabric at St Paul’s Cathedral, about the £40 million, 15 year cleaning and restoration project at the iconic London structure which came to an end last month…. 1.
Walter Godfrey Allen, usually known as Godfrey Allen, was Surveyor to the Fabric for the Cathedral from 1931 to 1956, as well as Commander of the St Paul's Watch during the Second World War. Before being appointed as Surveyor, he had worked as assistant to the previous Surveyor, Sir Mervyn Macartney.
May 6, 2016 · This paper outlines the survey work and architectural discussions prior to the Dangerous Structures Notice and the ultimate solution – a retro-fitted form of reinforced concrete. Study of surviving surveying equipment and archives reveals the people and collections behind a mere sentence in the cathedral’s history.
- Jane Insley
- 2016
Nov 1, 2019 · Francis Cranmer Penrose (1817-1903) held many varied positions – as an architect, classical scholar, founder of the British School in Athens and astronomer. He was also Surveyor to the Fabric of St Paul's Cathedral for 45 years during the second half of the 19th century.
The post of Surveyor of the Fabric of St Paul's Cathedral was established in 1675. The role is an architectural one, with the current holder being responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the cathedral and its buildings.
The Dean and Chapter of St Paul’s Cathedral are delighted to announce the appointment of Oliver Caroe as the next Surveyor to the Fabric of St Paul’s Cathedral. As Surveyor to the Fabric, Oliver Caroe will be responsible for advising the Dean and Chapter on all matters concerning the fabric and setting of the cathedral.
