Heritage materials
Material selection signed off with the conservation officer where consent applies.
- NHL 2 / 3.5 / 5 lime mortars
- Hot-mixed lime mortars
- Bath stone (Hartham Park, Combe Down sources)
- Limewash and breathable masonry paints
heritage project in Bath
Heritage Restoration Bath
Heritage restoration, Bath stone work, lime mortar repointing, and listed-building repairs across Bath, Bath BA1, Bath BA2, and the surrounding villages. Full project management with conservation-officer liaison.
- 22+ years in Bath
- MCIOB chartered
- £10M+ public liability
- Written workmanship guarantee
Bath's listed stock deserves more than cement repointing and wrong-slime renders. We restore Georgian and Victorian properties with the materials the buildings were built from — Bath stone from traditional sources, NHL lime mortars, sympathetic sash repairs — and we handle the conservation officer, the listed-building consent and the heritage paperwork as part of the contract. Stone conservation in Bath is the heart of what we do.
What We Do
The heritage project work we take on across Bath — every project, every property type.
Bath stone restoration and replacement
Lime mortar repointing
Listed-building consent applications
Georgian and Victorian property restoration
Conservation-area work
Traditional sash window repair
Lime plaster and lime render
Heritage brickwork and stonework matching
Signs you need heritage project
If any of these sound like your property, it's worth booking a free site visit.
Cement mortar on a listed wall — traps moisture and spalls the stone; lime only
Sandblasting Bath stone — destroys the weathered surface permanently
Wrong stone matched badly — we source matched Bath stone from traditional quarries
No listed-building consent — we prepare and manage the applications
Generic renders on Georgian façades — breathable lime renders and limewash
Conservation officers treated as enemies — we brief them early and properly
Why Choose heritage project
We've completed hundreds of heritage project projects across Bath. Here's what makes them last.
Listed-building consent applications prepared and managed as part of the contract
Lime mortars (NHL 3.5 and hot-lime) matched to the existing work
Bath stone sourced from historic quarries and matched to the property
Conservation-officer liaison from pre-application to sign-off
Traditional sash window repair — splices, weights and cords, not replacement
MCIOB chartered builder leading sensitive projects
22+ years working on Bath’s Georgian and Victorian stock
Our Process
Every heritage project project follows the same 8-12 step process. Here's what to expect from your free site visit to your 12-month aftercare check.
01Free site visit & consultation
James visits your the restoration property to scope the work, discuss options, and assess constraints — listed status, party walls, ground conditions. No charge, no obligation.
02Fixed-price itemised quote
You receive a fully itemised quote — materials, labour, waste removal, sign-off fees all broken down. What we quote is what you pay.
03Scheduling & preparation
We agree start dates and working hours, order materials, arrange skips and scaffolding where needed, and protect your home with dust sheets and floor coverings.
04your property works begin
The crew carries out the work to the agreed spec. Daily tidy-ups and protected access routes — your home stays liveable.
05Structural & building control sign-off
Where the work is structural, Building Control inspects at the required stages and you receive full certification on completion.
06Quality check with James
James walks the finished work with you. Any snags are dealt with immediately — we only sign off when you are fully satisfied.
07Handover & documentation
You get certificates, warranties and any FENSA/Building Control paperwork, plus guidance on caring for the new work.
08Aftercare
If anything needs attention later, we come back. Our reputation in Bath is built on long-term relationships, not one-off jobs.
Materials & Systems We Use for heritage project
We only use BBA-certified systems from leading UK and European manufacturers. Every installation carries a manufacturer warranty as standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our heritage project service.
Can you work on listed buildings in Bath?
Yes — listed-building work is a core part of our heritage restoration service. We work with conservation officers, use traditional materials (lime mortar, Bath stone, period-appropriate ironmongery), and handle listed-building consent applications. We've completed heritage work in Bathampton, Batheaston, Widcombe, and across central Bath.
Do you do Bath stone restoration?
Yes — Bath stone restoration, replacement, and matching is a core part of our heritage work. We source Bath stone from the same quarries used historically, and our brickwork matches existing mortar profiles, pointing styles, and stone coursing.
Do you do lime mortar repointing in Bath?
Yes — lime mortar repointing is what we do. Hot-lime mortar, lime putty, hydraulic lime — all options. We match the original mortar profile, joint finish, and pointing style. Cement-based repointing on Bath stone is a common mistake that we actively correct.
Can you apply for listed-building consent in Bath?
Yes — full listed-building consent management is included in every fixed-price quote. Pre-applications, full planning drawings, design-and-access statements, and listed-building consent applications. Conservation-officer liaison included.
What areas of Bath are in conservation areas?
Most of central Bath is in a conservation area — Widcombe, Larkhall, Bathwick, Bear Flat, Oldfield Park, Lansdown, Bathampton, Batheaston, and Weston. We work in all of them.
Do you do Georgian property restoration in Bath?
Yes — Georgian property restoration is a core part of our heritage work. Sash window repair, Bath stone restoration, lime plaster, period cornicing, traditional ironmongery. Work that respects the Georgian heritage and meets Bath conservation requirements.
Do you do Victorian property restoration in Bath?
Yes — Victorian property restoration is part of our heritage work. Bay window repair, decorative cornicing, traditional tiling, period fireplaces. Work that respects the Victorian heritage and meets Bath conservation requirements.
Are you insured and qualified to do heritage work in Bath?
£10M+ public liability (AXA-verified). CSCS cardholders, City & Guilds / NVQ qualified. James is MCIOB chartered through the Chartered Institute of Building. All documentation on request.
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Worth reading first
- Renovating Georgian & Regency Bath: Lansdown & BathwickListed Building consent, World Heritage Site planning, and what it actually takes to renovate a Georgian or Regency property in Lansdown or Bathwick without com
- Bath Stone Repointing: Costs & Lime vs CementHow to tell if your Bath stone needs repointing, why cement mortar damages it, what the work involves and what it costs in 2026. Free quotes from a Bath builder
Property in Bath? See heritage project in Bath, where most of the work is Georgian and lime-compatible.
heritage project Across Bath & BANES
All 28 Bath & BANES areas — Bath city neighbourhoods and the wider market towns we cover.
Bath City12 areas
Bath Surrounding Villages6 areas
West Wiltshire6 areas
Somer Valley4 areas
Free site visits across Bath & BANES. Properties outside our standard coverage area can be quoted by arrangement. Listed building consent, conservation area consent and Building Control notification are handled on your behalf where required.
