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21st Nov 2024 9:30 am

$The Chapel in the Wood, Strawberry Hill, Twickenham. Credit: Catherine Hassall/St Mary\'s University$

Local News 'Urgent' work needed to repair 18th century Twickenham chapel

An 18th century chapel in Twickenham is in need of "urgent" attention, according to a planning application submitted to Richmond Council.

St Mary's University has applied for listed building consent for a range of restoration works at The Chapel in the Wood, after a survey in September 2023 revealed a series of issues.

"At the moment the building fabric is putting the interior at risk and it needs to be urgently fixed in order to preserve the heritage asset," the application explained.

"By enhancing the appearance and longevity of the chapel, this repair work will also contribute to the preservation of the surrounding grade II* listed Strawberry Hill Park and Garden."

The planning application says once the exterior work is complete, the university will then look to restore and enhance the interior of the chapel.

If approved, works will improve cleaning and repairing the stonework, replacing guttering and downpipes, repairing the timber facias, striping the "modern, unbreathable paint" from the brickwork, and making good the façade.

"Our aim for the works proposed in the planning and listed building application is to deal with building issues that have been present at The Chapel in The Woods for many years," the application continued.

"Although the works do propose some modifications to the listed and historic fabric, in all cases, as set out within this report, they are intended to enhance and preserve the heritage asset.

"Ultimately the overall goal of these works is to ensure the chapel is protected and looking its best, so its contribution to the surrounding area and heritage setting can continue for many years to come.

"Something we think you will agree is a significant public benefit."

The Chapel in the Wood was first built in the late 18th century as part of Horace Walpole's "vision for a neo-Gothic estate".

See the full application here.

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20th Nov 2024 5:08 pm

Local News Planned roadworks taking place across Twickenham this week

Find the list of roadworks and road closures Richmond Council has lined up in around Twickenham this week.

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20th Nov 2024

Harlequins display grit in victory over Sale Sharks

By Rory Poulter

24th Oct 2022 | Rugby

Credit: JMP/Juan Gasparini for @harlequins.

Harlequins travelled north up the M6 this Sunday to face one of the two unbeaten sides left in the Gallagher Premiership so far this season.

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By Joe Acklam

21st Oct 2022 | Rugby

Harlequins face tough test against the undefeated Sale Sharks.. Photo: London Welsh.

Harlequins face a tough test to correct their early season issues as they travel to face the undefeated Sale Sharks in the Gallagher Premiership. .

Tabai Matson said Leicester stopped Harlequins from playing in their defeat

By Joe Acklam

19th Oct 2022 | Rugby

"You can’t function against a team like that if you can’t get fast ball." - Tabai Matson. Photo: Maxwell Hamilton.

Tabai Matson felt Harlequins never got into their breakdown in their 27-19 defeat against Leicester Tigers in the Gallagher Premiership. .

Harlequins overpowered by Leicester despite Murley brace of tries

By Rory Poulter

17th Oct 2022 | Rugby

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14th Oct 2022 | Rugby

Teddington RFC hope to make it five wins from five. Photo: London Welsh.

Harlequins will be hoping to bounce back from a heavy Premiership Cup defeat as they host Leicester Tigers at the Twickenham Stoop this weekend. .

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Ealing Trailfinders play host to Richmond in the RFU Championship. Photo: London Welsh.

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By Joe Acklam

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Teddington RFC have taken two wins from two to kick-off the season. Photo: London Welsh.

Harlequins are in search of their second league win of the season on Sunday as Northampton visit the Twickenham Stoop in the Gallagher Premiership. .

Heartbreak for Harlequins in Sandy Park Thriller

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23rd Sep 2022 | Rugby

Ealing host Hartpury at Trailfinders Sports Club this Saturday. Photo: Ealing Trailfinders.

Harlequins will be hoping to bounce back from a derby day defeat against Saracens with a positive result at Exeter this weekend in the Gallagher Premiership. .

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