2019 John Betjeman Award – West Lexham Church
Published on 1st June 2019
St Nicholas has been selected as a finalised for the 2019 John Betjeman Award for excellence in conservation. The award recognises repair and conservation to the highest of standards.
Mr Niels Olesen, treasurer of West Lexham parochial church council, was delighted that St Nicholas is a finalist in this prestigious award. “We’ve had tremendous help from so many organisations and groups. We were fortunate to obtain a maximum grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund,” he added.
Mr Olesen said that the architects, Norwich-based Nicholas Warns, helped to transform the church into a gleaming success especially since the tower has been whitewashed. Architect Dominico D’Alessandro, who took on responsibility for the project three years ago on his second day with the practice was thrilled that the project has been recognised in this national award.
The result will be announced, and the award presented, at the SPAB members’ meeting on July 14 at Boxley Abbey, Maidstone, Kent.
