Victoria Theatre re-roofing Phase 3

Overview

The Grade II listed theatre at the heart of Halifax has for many years suffered with water ingress from the roof, gutters and downpipes many of which are hidden. The project Code secured in Autumn 2017 was to complete the final and largest scheme of the project which would see the feature lay light cleaned and repaired. Due to the success of the project it has allowed the theatre to attract the largest modern acts including Kasabian, Gary Barlow, Florence and the Machine plus many touring TV comedians

Construction details

The Grade II listed theatre required the full removal and replacement of the curved entrance lobby slate roof using traditional techniques, we undertook stripping, insulating and installing 15 year guarantee liquid system to extensive flat roofs. Internally there feature stained glass lay light had never been cleaned in living memory due to the difficulty of access. While we had access to the main entrance lay light we also carried out the replacement of the aged patent glazing system with new to match the existing.

Challenges

The Grade II listed theatre required the full removal and replacement of the curved entrance lobby slate roof using traditional techniques, we undertook stripping, insulating and installing 15 year guarantee liquid system to extensive flat roofs. Internally there feature stained glass lay light had never been cleaned in living memory due to the difficulty of access. While we had access to the main entrance lay light we also carried out the replacement of the aged patent glazing system with new to match the existing.

Health and Safety

The project was completed without RIDDOR accidents and there were no injuries to report during the entire construction process despite the works being undertaken within a fully operational Theatre which was bordered on each side by footpaths and roads.