St Margaret’s was built in the late C13th for the Knights Templar returning from the Holy Land. This is how Templeton got its name. The church fell into disrepair and remedial works were carried out in 1740. However, within a hundred years it was in need of major repair again. In 1878 this work was completed.
The vestry roof had developed leaks and was in need of repair. Rainwater goods were leaking and in need overhaul and repair as did some areas of fascia board.
Work carried out
The entirety of the vestry roof was stripped back and all sound slates retained for reuse. Minor timber repairs were carried out and it was then felted with breathable roofing membrane and battened before re slating with the original slates. The pitched lead valleys were renewed. Reclaimed slate was sourced to replace any defective slates removed ensuring a good match for the original. New air dried oak bargeboards were installed to the nave, chancel and entrance porch.
Rainwater goods to the vestry and west side of the nave were dismantled and all previous paint systems removed before redecorating and reinstalling. Fascias and bargeboards were repaired and decorated.
