RESTORATION
This section outlines the work that needs doing to preserve a unique piece of our history.
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The estimate to carry out the required repair works is in the region of €400,000
Church of the Ascension Timoleague
Schedule of Works
Work Already Done: (Cost €54,000)
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Re-Roof Chancel and Vestry
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Restore Angel Paintings on ceiling of Chancel
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Commission Conservation Plan
Phase 1:
(To secure external envelope) Summer 2020 (Cost €200,000)
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Re-Roof remaining Church including Bell Tower flat roof
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Make walls watertight---Plaster with Lime Plaster
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Strip plaster from inside bell tower, allow to dry and replaster
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Radar to assess what is under South transept and chancel area
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Carry out Measured Survey(necessary for planning permission)
Phase 2:
(To regulate internal environment) Summer 2021(Cost €200,000 Approx)
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Take up existing timber floor under pews, replace with concrete floor, insulated and including piping for underfloor heating.
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Install Air to Water Heat pump to maintain a 14®C temp at all times.
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Repair and restore all windows and doors.
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Clean and redecorate internal roof structure.
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Strengthen boundary wall on East boundary.
Phase 3:
Mosaic repairs Summer 2022 (Cost to be established)
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Establish the chemical build-up of the salts present and establish a methodology for their reduction / removal.
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Test section of Mosaics and determine repair schedule.
Click on the PDF to view the Conservation report

Timetable of events
February 2020
Launch of fundraising.