‘Beautiful’ stained glass window restored at Eastbourne Town Hall
A stained-glass window in Eastbourne Town Hall has been refreshed as part of an ongoing restoration project.
The circular ‘bullseye’ window, located above the portico at the front of the Town Hall, was found to need restoration following specialist investigations.
The restoration work is part of the council’s ongoing maintenance and conservation work to protect Eastbourne Town Hall, which is over 140 years old.
Movement over the years within the front façade had caused the stone framework surrounding the window to become distorted, resulting in the stained patterned glass panels becoming warped.
Councillor Jenny Williams, Cabinet Member for Tourism and Place, said: "Eastbourne Town Hall is one of the town's most recognisable and historic buildings, and it is important that we continue to invest in its care and preservation.
“The restoration of this beautiful stained-glass window has safeguarded an important architectural feature for future generations while respecting the building's historic character.
“I am delighted that the original glass has been retained and restored as part of this specialist conservation work."
The work has ensured the preservation of an important architectural feature while maintaining the historic character of the Grade II listed building.
The stone framing was carefully removed and reinstated to its original position. The stained patterned glass panels were also restored, with new lead cames fitted to provide structural integrity while retaining the original glass.