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SCHEDULE OF BUILDING ALTERATIONS

Update on Building Works - 1st JUNE 2017

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING ROBING ROOM DRAWERS AND CUPBOARDS

Brethren are asked to ensure that all drawers, desks and cupboards are emptied and the contents removed for safe storage whilst further redecoration work is undertaken and new carpet laid in the summer recess.

Storage space shall be made available in the dining room, or Brethren may prefer to arrange storage off-site.

Work is due to commence on 1st July and involves removing all non-fitted furniture from the robing room, hence the absolute necessity for contents to be removed at the end of June.

Redecoration is due to be completed in time for the new season and the cupboards, desks and drawers may be reoccupied from late August onward.

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Update on Building Works - 16th March 2017

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING TEMPORARY WHEELCHAIR ACCESS

The disabled access ramp is being tiled today and is hoped to complete by Monday, 20 March 2017.

During this time the ramp will be out of use.

Thank you for your forbearance and cooperation whilst the building works are in progress.

Update on Building Works - 20th September 2016

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING TEMPORARY WHEELCHAIR ACCESS

Please note that the daytime contact number to give advance notification that wheelchair access shall be required has temporarily changed. The details are now; Gary Collins - 07797 753814

The key for the temporary car park access gate is kept in the entrance lobby on the first floor and it is essential that anyone using this access is accompanied.

Thank you for your forbearance and cooperation whilst the building works are in progress.

Update on Decorating and Building Works - 1st September 2016

Main Temple

Redecoration of the Temple is substantially complete. The Past Masters boards and other fixtures shall be replaced over the coming weeks, following which the lighting shall be 'tuned' and final snagging completed. The use of oil-filled candles is to be phased out and eventually replaced by LED candles of suitable design, but as an interim measure beeswax candles are the preferred option. The oil candles leave a sooty/oily deposit on walls, paintings and furniture.

Ante Room

Redecoration is substantially complete with furnishings and fixtures to be replaced in the near future. New light fitting on order.

Robing Room

This room has been partially redecorated and shall be completed following 'breakthrough' to provide access to the new Provincial Room. New light fittings are on order.

Stairwells and Lobbies

Redecoration of these areas shall be ongoing until the end of September and Brethren are urged to take due care. Investigations revealed substantial structural failures which have been permanently and appropriately repaired, but which have impacted on completing the redecoration.

Dining Room

This has been returned to use.

New Bar

Work to complete and redecorate the new bar area should be completed within the next two weeks. A temporary bar facility is provided in the dining room.

Cloak Room

A new cloak room with adequate hanging space for coats is being constructed in the lobby. Please note that the old cloakroom area is now part of the catering/caretaking contract designated area and out of bounds.

Wheelchair Access

Temporary wheelchair access is provided from the new car park entrance via the new extension. It is recommended that those using this access/egress are accompanied. This access is available after 5.30 each day.

Notice Boards

New notice boards are to be provided in strategic locations as redecoration work is completed. Brethren are asked to refrain from sticking notices etc. to paintwork or decorated areas.

Washroom Facilities

Pending completion of the new extension, ladies are using the disabled toilet on the first floor.

Building Work

The new extension has reached first floor level and is scheduled to be completed by the year end, following which decoration and fitting out shall take place.

New Catering Contract

The new contract is now in place. Whilst the new staff are coming to terms with the specific requirements of each Order, those responsible for ordering meals are asked to liaise with the Catering Manager to ensure the required table settings and serving arrangements are agreed and understood.

The Temple Company wish to thank everyone for their continued forbearance and co-operation whilst the remainder of these extensive works are in progress.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL MEMBERS - UPDATED 22nd AUGUST 2016

The following advice affects everyone involved with planning meetings and dining at Stopford Road.

The internal redecoration and building works are on schedule to have the main Temple and dining room back in service for 1st September. Internal work shall continue until the end of September, which is per the schedule, and during this time access may be limited and due care must be observed. The external repair and redecoration work is on programme for completion around the end of September and the building extension for completion around the year end.

Please note that available space for committee meetings is presently limited. Secretaries / Scribes / Recorders are therefore strongly advised to review calendar dates and arrange the timing of their committee meetings / rehearsals to avoid conflict of interest for available space. The old Provincial Room is now a bar area with table / chairs for use as a meeting room pro tem and when not in use as a bar. The new Provincial Room will be available for use early in 2017. The dining room may also be utilised when not serving its primary purpose and Bro. Geoff Morris has kindly made the Library available as a meeting room, subject to 24 hours' notice. The Upper Temple is currently in use as a storage area, but will be progressively cleared as items are returned to their substantive home.

New cloaks facilities are being constructed in the downstairs hallway, but please note that the old cloak room and storage room are now part of the caterer's secure storage area and are out of bounds.

The works this summer have followed an ambitious and extensive programme with many legacy issues causing disruption to schedules. However, much to the credit of all involved the overall programme remains on plan and it is already obvious that the end result will be a building and facilities in which we can all take pride and enjoy using.

The Temple Company directors wish to thank everyone who has assisted this summer, often at short notice, nd those who have volunteered to help reinstate the multitude of fixtures, fittings, portraits and banners. The directors also wish to thank everyone else in anticipation of their continued patience and understanding whilst the remainder of this year's work programme is completed.

The ongoing work means that the new catering contractor will not have full facilities available for the first few weeks of operation. Again our members patience, cooperation and understanding are essential to ensure the new arrangements bed in and we resume 'service as usual' within the shortest possible time.

Should you have concerns, or if an issue arises, please make every endeavour to resolve matters at the time. If this is not possible, for whatever reason, please contact your Lodge Temple Company director who will take things forward.

12th July 2016

New extension
This is on schedule with the footings and slabs mostly cast, drainage re-runs complete and the blockwork walls rising above grade.

Decoration - exterior
The scaffold is 50% complete and work on crack repairs to commence imminently. Overall on schedule for completion on 24th September.

Decoration - interior
This experienced a slight delay whilst residual furniture and fittings were removed to storage, but is now under way and on schedule. Main temple scaffold is 85% complete, stripping of blown plaster, rubbing down and preparation works are ongoing. Overall on schedule.

Lighting
Cabling for main temple low level lighting complete. Other cabling to commence once internal scaffold inspected.

Sound system
Cabling due to commence weekend of Sat 16th and Sun 17th July.

Kitchen
Quotes being obtained to replace extraction and ventilation systems and re-duct to outside of building in new location.

Ongoing work
Work to continue at weekends where required to maintain or better the programme.

23rd June 2016

Robing Room - Empty Desks and Drawers
As both building and redecoration work are to be carried out in the Robing Room this summer, and as items are stored at the owner's risk, Brethren may wish to consider removing any valuables from their desk or drawer, or perhaps taking the contents home for safe storage until the new season.

Building Work
Externally the new access ramp has been constructed, drainage re-runs completed and footings for the new building extension are nearing completion. Construction of the walls is due to commence imminently and overall the project is on programme.

Redecoration Works - Main Temple
Preliminary and enabling work is already in progress and the main remedial work and redecoration, including replacement lighting and sound systems, is scheduled to commence early in July.

Redecoration Works - Supplementary
In parallel with work in the main Temple, redecoration of the stairwell, common areas and external facades shall commence during July and shall continue beyond the summer recess.

Other Construction Work
Work has commenced to reinstate the doors between the Provincial Room and the Dining Room. This is in advance of the construction of a bar facility in the Provincial Room serving a broad range of wines and other beverages for consumption with meals.

In advance of the new catering contract upgrade works are programmed for the kitchen.

The Temple Company wish to thank everyone for their forbearance and cooperation whilst these extensive works are in progress and wish you all an enjoyable and relaxing summer.

19th May 2016

Important Information Regarding Access

Works have now reached the stage where access via the side door will no longer be possible due to excavation and demolition work along the western side of the building. With effect from next Monday, 23rd May, access to the building will be via the main doors only. The keycode is the same as used elsewhere, but four important aspects need to be noted;

• The main door mortice lock to remain unlocked.

• The inner doors to the stairwell to remain unlocked.

• For security reasons the main doors are not to be left open.

• Arrangements for wheelchair access can be made by contacting the Site Agent on 07797 730420. Please allow 24 hours' notice.

Preliminary and enabling work is underway in preparation for redecoration of the main Temple and other internal works. The majority of this activity will be completed during the summer recess, but there will be some loss of amenity during these early stages.

Would Secretaries / Scribes please ensure their members are aware of these restrictions in advance of planned meetings.

11th May 2016

The wine store is due to be demolished and all lodges have been notified to remove any remaining stocks.

9th May 2016

Work on the construction of the building extension and access ramp has now commenced. As work progresses, access via the side door will be restricted, initially only during the working day, but later, AT ALL TIMES whilst excavation / construction is in progress adjacent to the kitchen.

During this period, access to the building will be via the main doors [same key code as the side door]

Arrangements for wheelchair access can be made by contacting the site foreman Jerry Baxter, on 07797 730420.

Preliminary and enabling work has also commenced in preparation for the redecoration of the main Temple, and other internal works. The majority of this activity will be completed during the Summer recess, but there will be some loss of amenity during these early stages.

The Temple Company thank members for their forbearance and understanding whilst these essential works are in progress.

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