Category Archives: Heritage

HOWELLS’ BESPOKE GLAZING SYSTEM RESTORES HISTORIC ALTON TOWERS CONSERVATORY

Posted on 18th January 2019 by Howells Glazing News

Howells Patent Glazing was appointed manufacturer and supplier of a bespoke glazing system for one of the greatest examples of Gothic Revival architecture in Britain, the Towers, known to millions as the centrepiece of Alton Towers Resort.  Adapting its popular … Continue reading →

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How the City of culture can help local business

Posted on 28th February 2017 by Howells Glazing News

The rail industry is working together to deliver over £50 billion in a Railway Upgrade Plan: the biggest programme of improvements in rail since the 19th Century.   Investment Investment is at its highest since the Victorian times and there … Continue reading →

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National Trust and English Heritage

Posted on 24th August 2016 by Howells Glazing News

Repairing and maintaining roofs are a costly business and more so when a large historic building is involved! Orangery at Montacute House The orangery at Montacute House, National Trust, has re-opened with a new roof and 2,380 glass panes all … Continue reading →

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Sheffield Cathedral Regeneration

Posted on 18th July 2016 by Howells Glazing News

Sheffield Cathedral Regeneration Blog As visitors to Sheffield will know there is an  impressive Cathedral.  It is a Grade 1 Listed Building located in the centre of Sheffield and it is without doubt the most impressive building in the whole city. … Continue reading →

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