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Building Site Collection (#9)

"Unveiling the Past

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Engraving glass JLP01_08_061031

Engraving glass JLP01_08_061031
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. John Hutton engraving a panel of glass on the West Screen at Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Plastering JLP01_08_060780

Plastering JLP01_08_060780
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Two men plastering a wall in Coventry Cathedral around a panel inscribed by Ralph Beyer

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Flooring JLP01_08_060776

Flooring JLP01_08_060776
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Looking from the nave towards the chancel in Coventry Cathedral during its construction, showing two men in the foreground working on the flooring

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Fitting windows JLP01_08_060329a

Fitting windows JLP01_08_060329a
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A man in the process of fitting a stained glass window during the construction of Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Fitting windows JLP01_08_060323

Fitting windows JLP01_08_060323
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Two men fitting a stained glass window during the construction of Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Carving inscriptions JLP01_08_059383a

Carving inscriptions JLP01_08_059383a
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Ralph Beyer with his assistant Michael Watson carving an inscription on a Hollington stone panel in Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Boulder from Bethlehem JLP01_08_058911a

Boulder from Bethlehem JLP01_08_058911a
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. The Provost of Coventry Cathedral with Henry Sumner at the unveiling ceremony of the Boulder from Bethlehem

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Boulder from Bethlehem JLP01_08_058910

Boulder from Bethlehem JLP01_08_058910
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. The Bishop and Provost of Coventry Cathedral at the unveiling ceremony of the Boulder from Bethlehem

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Installing the nave canopy JLP01_08_058447

Installing the nave canopy JLP01_08_058447
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. The installation of the nave canopy at Coventry Cathedral, with a man manoeuvring a ribbed timber panel into place

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Cathedral construction and Coventry JLP01_08_058197

Cathedral construction and Coventry JLP01_08_058197
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view from the spire of the Cathedral Church of Saint Michael, looking in a north-east direction over the construction site of the new Coventry

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Concreting JLP01_08_058127

Concreting JLP01_08_058127
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A team of Laing builders concreting part of the roof of Coventry Cathedral during its construction

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Concreting JLP01_08_058125

Concreting JLP01_08_058125
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A team of Laing builders concreting part of the roof of Coventry Cathedral during its construction

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Coventry Cathedral construction site JLP01_08_057858

Coventry Cathedral construction site JLP01_08_057858
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view from the spire of the Cathedral Church of Saint Michael, looking in a north-east direction over the construction site of the new Coventry

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057621c

Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057621c
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A crowd of people watching the unveiling ceremony of the statue St Michael and the Devil by sculptor Jacob Epstein at Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Boulder from Bethlehem JLP01_08_058908

Boulder from Bethlehem JLP01_08_058908
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A crowd of people gathered outside Coventry Cathedral for the unveiling of the Boulder from Bethlehem

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057621b

Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057621b
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Lady Epstein unveiling the statue St Michael and the Devil by sculptor Jacob Epstein at Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057620

Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057620
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A crowd of people watching the unveiling ceremony of the statue St Michael and the Devil by sculptor Jacob Epstein at Coventry Cathedral The statue of

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057617

Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057617
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A group of people attending the unveiling ceremony of the statue St Michael and the Devil by sculptor Jacob Epstein at Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057615a

Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057615a
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Lady Epstein with Sir Fordham Flower at Coventry Cathedral for the unveiling ceremony of the statue St Michael and the Devil by sculptor Jacob Epstein

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Copper roofing JLP01_08_057565

Copper roofing JLP01_08_057565
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Two men working on a section of copper roofing during the construction of Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Construction and the old cathedral JLP01_08_057564

Construction and the old cathedral JLP01_08_057564
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view looking south-west over the ruins of the Cathedral Church of St Michael from the roof of the new Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Roof construction JLP01_08_057560

Roof construction JLP01_08_057560
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view underneath the roof of Coventry Cathedral from the top of scaffolding erected during the construction of the cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Construction and the old cathedral JLP01_08_057559

Construction and the old cathedral JLP01_08_057559
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view of builders working at the top of scaffolding on the construction of Coventry Cathedral, with the ruins of the old cathedral behind

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Constructing the Chapel of Unity JLP01_08_057558

Constructing the Chapel of Unity JLP01_08_057558
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view from the south-west at Coventry Cathedral, showing the Chapel of Unity under construction and a crane in operation in the foreground

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Roof construction JLP01_08_056101

Roof construction JLP01_08_056101
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Two Laing employees working on the construction of the roof at Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Scaffolding JLP01_08_055188

Scaffolding JLP01_08_055188
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view of the construction site at Coventry Cathedral, showing scaffolding erected in the interior of the building

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Masonry JLP01_08_055189

Masonry JLP01_08_055189
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view of the construction site at Coventry Cathedral, showing two builders constructing a wall in the foreground

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Crane JLP01_08_048371

Crane JLP01_08_048371
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Laing workers and a Coles 22 Crane unloading blocks of stone from the back of a lorry on the construction site of Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Steel reinforcement JLP01_08_045346

Steel reinforcement JLP01_08_045346
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Laing workers fixing steel reinforcements into the floor of the nave during the construction of Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Steel reinforcement JLP01_08_045345

Steel reinforcement JLP01_08_045345
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Laing workers fixing steel reinforcements into the floor of the nave during the construction of Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Cathedral foundations JLP01_08_045115

Cathedral foundations JLP01_08_045115
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view looking north over the construction site of Coventry Cathedral, showing the complete outline of the cathedral foundations

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Viewing window JLP01_08_044594

Viewing window JLP01_08_044594
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A man and boy looking through a viewing window at the construction site of Coventry Cathedral, with the Laing logo displayed on the left side

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Concrete shuttering JLP01_08_044591

Concrete shuttering JLP01_08_044591
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view of the construction site of Coventry Cathedral, showing the erection of shutters to the baptistery windows and circular staircase

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Pile cap trenches JLP01_08_043769

Pile cap trenches JLP01_08_043769
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A man digging in the pile cap trench on the construction site of Coventry Cathedral, with a stone coffin behind him protruding into the trench

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Site office JLP01_08_023296

Site office JLP01_08_023296
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Two men in a portable building on the construction site of Coventry Cathedral, carrying out administrative work

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_60

Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_60
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Masons fixing a section of a window sill into position during the construction of Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_51

Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_51
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Masons at work on the baptistery window during the construction of Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_50

Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_50
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Masons at work on the baptistery window during the construction of Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Stonemasonry and the old Cathedral JLP01_01_026_48

Stonemasonry and the old Cathedral JLP01_01_026_48
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view towards three builders working on a section of the baptistery window at Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Cathedral construction and Coventry JLP01_01_026_47

Cathedral construction and Coventry JLP01_01_026_47
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view from the tower of the old Coventry Cathedral over the construction site of the new cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_46

Stonemasonry JLP01_01_026_46
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Three builders working on the construction of the baptistery window at Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Constructing the west wall windows JLP01_01_026_30

Constructing the west wall windows JLP01_01_026_30
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. The west wall windows of Coventry Cathedral seen during construction. This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: New Cathedral rising JLP01_01_026_25

New Cathedral rising JLP01_01_026_25
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view from the north-east showing the north and east walls of Coventry Cathedral during its construction

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Cathedral construction site JLP01_01_025_59

Cathedral construction site JLP01_01_025_59
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view looking south across the construction site of Coventry Cathedral, showing the ruined Cathedral Church of St Michael in the background

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Concreting and shuttering JLP01_01_025_58

Concreting and shuttering JLP01_01_025_58
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view of the construction site of Coventry Cathedral, showing a close up of the erection of shutters

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Pile cap for Baptistry window JLP01_01_025_54

Pile cap for Baptistry window JLP01_01_025_54
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view looking north along the east wall section of the new Coventry Cathedral, showing the pile cap to the baptistery window under construction

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Cathedral construction site JLP01_01_025_57

Cathedral construction site JLP01_01_025_57
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view of the construction site of Coventry Cathedral taken from the spire of the old Coventry Cathedral

Background imageBuilding Site Collection: Shuttering JLP01_01_025_50

Shuttering JLP01_01_025_50
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A view of the construction site of Coventry Cathedral, showing the erection of shutters to the baptistery windows and circular staircase




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"Unveiling the Past: A Glimpse into Iconic Building Sites Throughout History" Witness the transformation of Swanley Bridge in Kent as it undergoes widening construction in 1938, paving the way for enhanced connectivity and smoother journeys. Delve into history with a watercolor depiction of the Shoreham Railroad being meticulously crafted around 1840, showcasing the dedication and craftsmanship of early railway pioneers. Behold the awe-inspiring Burj Dubai, standing tall as the world's tallest building in Dubai; a testament to human ingenuity and architectural marvels. Step back in time to witness London's St Pancras Station taking shape in 1867, an iconic landmark that continues to serve as a gateway to adventure and exploration. Marvel at skilled workers repairing Milbank Estate P_H00261_001, breathing new life into this historic residential complex while preserving its timeless charm. Discover artistry beyond canvas through an enchanting engraving glass piece JLP01_08_061032a, capturing intricate details of bygone eras forever etched within glass panels. Journey through time with George N. Barnard's lens capturing Columbia from the Capitol in 1866, immortalizing an era defined by progress and resilience against adversity. Relive engineering triumphs as Needle Eye Bridge emerges over M1 at Barnsley, South Yorkshire in 1963; a symbol of innovation bridging communities together seamlessly. Uncover forgotten hobbies from yesteryears with glimpses into a c1930 (1945) project where passion meets craftsmanship - creating lasting legacies one stroke at a time. Witness cranes dominating Dartford's skyline during construction of a new coal electric power station near Kent – harnessing energy for generations yet to come. Experience Coventry living through residents' eyes on Queens Street balcony.