When were the rare 12th Century frescoes discovered?

The rare 12th Century frescoes were discovered after an arson attack in 1979.

How much funding has been allocated for the conservation of the frescoes?

A National Lottery Heritage Grant of £244,684 has been allocated for the conservation of the frescoes.

Where are the 12th Century frescoes located?

The 12th Century frescoes are located in St Mary Magdalene's Church in Ickleton, near Cambridge.

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Rare Medieval Frescoes Get New Lease of Life

21 Feb

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Summary

12th Century church frescoes discovered after a 1979 arson attack.
A National Lottery Heritage Grant of £244,684 will fund conservation.
Work to conserve rare medieval wall paintings begins in April.

Rare Medieval Frescoes Get New Lease of Life

Conservation efforts are set to commence in April on a significant collection of 12th Century church frescoes. These rare wall paintings were discovered at St Mary Magdalene's Church in Ickleton, near Cambridge, following an arson attack in 1979. The frescoes, which depict scenes such as Christ's Passion and a 14th Century Doom painting, are described as being of exceptional quality for their age and location.

Funding for this vital conservation project has been secured through a £244,684 National Lottery Heritage Grant. The work will address the deteriorating condition of the plaster walls, exacerbated by issues like moisture ingress through old windows. Preservation of a bat roost in the nave roof and tower is also a key consideration.