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Policy B3.6 An archive documenting interventions at the Castle will be maintained and curated by the Castle Collections Manager. This should include (but not necessarily be limited to): • Copies of any applications for scheduled monument consent • Copies of advice received from English Heritage in relation to any applications for scheduled monument consent • Copies of reports of any archaeological excavations, recording works or watching briefs relating to the monument • Copies of any investigative reports commissioned, including conservation plans and feasibility studies • Records of any photographic or drawn surveys of any part of the monument • Records of any structures erected or demolished within the area of the scheduled monument. Policy B3.7 Copies of reports of any archaeological excavations, recording works or watching briefs relating to the monument should also be sent to the Staffordshire Historic Environment Record. Policy B4 To ensure that all works are carried out to high standards of building conservation and based on the best available professional advice and quality of workmanship. Some future works at Tamworth Castle will aim to repair the effects of progressive decay and put the buildings in good condition for the future. Others may adapt buildings, areas or rooms to new uses. It is important that these separate processes are distinguished in developing specifications and that both are based on sound principles of building conservation. It is also important that minor pieces of maintenance or repair observe the same high standards as major conservation projects, and are fully recorded. Policy B4.1 All works of conservation or repair should be based on the very best specialist advice and quality of workmanship, with continuity of professional supervision. Any contractor employed for repairs to the castle must have expertise in historic building conservation. There is also need for Tamworth Borough Council to have long term and consistent advice available through the appointment of an experienced conservation architect. Policy B4.2 Systems should be set up to control the need for and quality of workmanship for minor repairs such as repointing, ensuring that no risk is involved to historic fabric through sporadic small scale works, such as inappropriate re-pointing and use of cementitious mortar. Policy B4.3 Where decayed or defective fabric is to be removed, replacement should be, as far as practicable, in the same material as that removed. New materials may be preferred to re-use of old, though each case must be argued on it merits, and all replacements should be recorded and date marked. Policy B4.4 Historically accurate techniques of working should where practicable be followed for repairs and maintenance Policy B4.5 Works, particularly of alteration, should as far as practicable be non –destructive Policy B4.6 Restoration is only likely to be acceptable if: • The significance of the elements that would be restored decisively outweigh the significance of those that would be lost (eg the outer gate house range) • The work proposed is justified by compelling evidence of the evolution of the castle, and is executed in accordance with the evidence • The form in which the part of the castle exists is not the result of a historically –significant event (for example the appearance of the bailey and outer gate house range today) • The proposed work respects previous forms of this part of the castle (for example restoration of the private gardens from the 18 th -19 th century) • No archaeological interest is lost if the restoration work could be later confused with the original fabric • The maintenance implications of the proposed restoration are considered to be sustainable 100 Part 2 www.marionblockley.co.uk Tamworth Castle Conservation Management Plan
Policy B4.7 Restoration involving the stripping-off later layers of work or abrasive cleaning is only likely to be acceptable where it can be shown that: • The later layers are not of significance in themselves • They are damaging the original and other significant fabric • By their removal there would be an enhancement to the significance of the building that outweighs the loss of the later addition (paint upstairs in the gilt leather room) Policy B5 Widen the quinquennial inspections to include: both faces of the herringbone masonry wing wall; the exposed remains of the medieval gatehouse and the retaining wall at the base of the motte on the north side. C Policies for protection of fabric and setting Policy C1 To minimise risk of damage to the historic fabric and contents of Tamworth Castle. Day to day risks come through cumulative wear and tear from visitor access to the site. Evidence of damage needs to be monitored and risks reduced by changes in management practice or physical protection measures. Some softwood floors and especially original wooden stair treads have abraded and split softwood boarding, and loose and defective brick and tiling on the ground floor. Following careful repair and rehabilitation, floors may need protection by the use of druggets or other floor coverings. Some areas of walling are also vulnerable to damage. Displayed furniture is at risk from abrasion or handling. The danger of damage from special events is a concern, and from the moving of furniture to prepare rooms for use. While the advantages of attracting large gatherings to enjoyment of the castle are clear, the resultant risk of cumulative damage to significant items of historic material must be considered. Thought needs to be given to maintaining regular good levels of use, but planning events to minimise their impact on collections and historic fabric. The siting of events marquees in the castle bailey may also constitute a threat to buried archaeology. Policy C1.1 Damaged floor surfaces (boarded and brick/tile) should be repaired to good conservation standards. In the future wear and tear may be minimised by the use of floor coverings on heavily used sections, with monitoring of condition. Policy C1.2 Vulnerable wall surfaces should be protected from both environmental and physical risks. Policy C1.3 The special events programme should be reviewed, changing any potentially damaging activities towards more appropriate kinds of seasonal event, able to sustain good levels of use with reduced risks to buildings and contents. Policy C1.4 An implications study for buried features, drawn up as part of the recommended geophysical survey of the bailey, should identify archaeologically vulnerable areas where all ground disturbance, from special events or from other activities is to be avoided. Policy C2 Ensure that the historic fabric and contents of Tamworth Castle are maintained to acceptable standards of environment and security, while securing adequate conditions for users. Tamworth Castle Conservation Management Plan www.marionblockley.co.uk Part 2 101
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