Wansford House Conservation
About this placement
Learn traditional lime plastering techniques used in the interior conservation of the house's state rooms and servant quarters. You will understand the three-coat lime plaster system, work with hair-reinforced backing coats, and carry out finishing work to match historic surfaces.
About Wansford House Conservation
A Grade I listed country house, Wansford has an active conservation programme covering lead roofing, gilding, lime plastering and joinery. Placements are embedded within real project teams.
Requirements
- • Interest in interior conservation
- • No experience necessary
Expenses & provisions
Travel expenses reimbursed. Lunch provided daily in the staff restaurant.
Accessibility
Interior work throughout - fully accessible. Reasonable adjustments available on request.
- Duration
- 2 weeks
- Dates
- 3 Aug 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
- Cost to student
- Free
Applications open soon. Email office@craftgate.org to hear when placements open.
18+ only
This placement is for applicants aged 18 and over.