Restoration work to St Ninians Cathedral in Perthshire Highlands

The cathedral in Perth received HES and HLF grants with a combined total of £249,900 to carry out urgent roof repairs to their category A-listed building.

The programme of work had three phases:

• the urgent repair of roof and rainwater goods

• the restoration of stonework and masonry

• the repair and restoration of stained glass

There were a number of activities delivered alongside the works to increase publicity and promote the heritage of the cathedral.

New leaflets were also produced and a 'treasure trail' for families was created. Volunteers strengthened links with the local primary school and have been trained as guides for a new programme of cathedral tours.

During the construction phase of the work there was a number of ‘hard hat’ tours in which to explain what work is going on and the reason behind it.

The City of Perth is known as the `Gateway to the Highlands' and each year thousands of visitors pass through Perth. St Ninian’s Cathedral is a historic point within the town and one which many people explore on their way to the highlands.