Pinnacle Conservation Ltd

08/06/2026

Pinnacle Conservation is proud to announce the successful completion of works at 1 Museum Street, York — a landmark Grade II listed building that has now been beautifully transformed to welcome its newest occupant, the magnificent Topping & Company Booksellers.

Originally designed by Rawlins Gould in 1860, this building has lived many lives: a register office, a Conservative Club, council offices, and York’s tourist information centre. Its character — from the orange brick and stone dressings to the sash windows, Doric pilasters and sweeping staircase — has always told a story of heritage and purpose.

Today, it begins a new one.

Our completed works included:

*Formation of new internal openings and partitions
*Sensitive alterations to existing layouts
*Full refurbishment of original timber sash windows and doors
*Installation and restoration of joinery, skirting and secondary glazing
*Redecoration, repairs and new flooring throughout
*Construction of a new mezzanine structure and balustrades
*New lift and lift shaft created

Every element was delivered with care, respect and craftsmanship to ensure the building’s historic fabric was preserved while creating a functional, inspiring space for its next chapter.

And what a chapter it is.

Topping & Company Booksellers is now officially open — and it is truly spectacular.

If you haven’t visited yet, go take a look around. The shelves, the atmosphere, the sheer love of books woven into every corner… it’s a perfect match for this iconic building.

We’re honoured to have played a part in bringing this space back to life and supporting York’s vibrant cultural landscape.

04/06/2026

One of the most rewarding aspects of conservation is bringing historic decorative finishes back to life using traditional materials and time-honoured techniques.

As part of our current conservation project at Everingham Chapel in East Riding of Yorkshire, we have been recreating a Siena faux marble finish as part of the wider restoration of the chapel’s historic decorative scheme.

The process begins with a warm yellow ochre ground, establishing the rich golden tone characteristic of Siena marble. Layers of raw sienna and burnt sienna in oil are then carefully built up to create depth, translucency, and the natural movement found within the stone. Fine veining is introduced using Venetian red and lamp black, applied and softened to replicate the marble’s organic structure.

Traditional tools, including feathers and a badger softener, play a vital role in the process, allowing colours and veins to be manipulated in a manner faithful to historic decorative painting practices. The objective is not simply to imitate stone, but to recreate the craftsmanship, skill, and visual richness achieved by the original marblers.

These traditional techniques remain an essential part of conserving our built heritage, helping to preserve not only the appearance of historic interiors but also the specialist skills and knowledge that shaped them.

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04/06/2026

The lantern is progressing well, ready for installation at our project at Maister House, Hull …

13/05/2026

Our team are underway with the sensitive restoration of a significant Grade II* listed private residence in East Riding, Yorkshire.

Following a recent fire, extensive damage was caused to the historic plaster detailing. Our Heritage Plasterers are carefully removing the affected areas, repairing and restoring where possible. Where sections are beyond repair, our lead Heritage Plasterer Andrew is taking detailed moulds and skilfully recreating the original features.
The property will also receive specialist decoration works in areas impacted by the fire.

Keep an eye on our social channels to see this remarkable restoration unfold.

13/05/2026

Practical completion at The Priory Gatehouse, Worksop — and what a journey it’s been.

And now… it’s ready for you.
Come step inside and see the transformation for yourself…

As the heritage contractor on this remarkable Grade I Listed building, Pinnacle Conservation is incredibly proud to have helped bring this 12th‑century gatehouse back into meaningful use as a vibrant community space.

Through sensitive repair, careful craftsmanship and a deep respect for the building’s story, the Gatehouse is ready for its next chapter — and we’d love you to come and have a look inside.

This project has been made possible thanks to the generous support of

, with architectural design, Principal Designer duties and contract administration delivered by Simons Design Ltd, and ongoing project support from Hannah Mayhew at Lincolnshire Heritage Ltd.

Eight centuries on, the Gatehouse stands strong once again. We’re honoured to have played a part in its future.

06/05/2026

Listen to the amazing podcast interviewing Managing Director Adam Hickey. (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s6-ep-5-in-conversation-with-adam-hickey-founder/id1750493420?i=1000766380140)

Adam shares how he became passionate about heritage and exposure to older buildings on family holiday subconsciously played a part. We talk about the types of projects he has been involved in and the thought process that goes into it.

Adam shares his thoughts on the north south variation when it comes to the availability of projects and routes into the industry. We talk about the joy and magic of working on older properties and how tangible history is.

06/05/2026

Exciting news ….

Pinnacle have been appointed to carry out external redecoration and timber repairs at the iconic Flamborough Head Lighthouse — a site whose story stretches back to the 1600s. From chalk towers to coal‑lit beacons, this headland has long stood as a guardian of our rugged coastline. Proud to play our part in its next chapter.

05/05/2026

We’re Hiring an Apprentice Stonemason

Pinnacle Conservation is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Stonemason to join our growing heritage team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn traditional craft skills, work on historic buildings across Yorkshire and beyond, and build a career in the conservation sector with hands‑on support from experienced professionals.

To apply, please contact Stephanie O’Bee at [email protected].

30/04/2026

28/04/2026

Works are now complete at Goodramgate — and what a transformation it’s been.

Our team have delivered a sensitive and detailed programme of conservation and refurbishment, breathing new life into this historic building while preserving its character.

Project highlights:

• Full‑height scaffolding to front and rear elevations
• Roof and guttering repairs
• Complete internal refurbishment across all floors
• New Limecrete ground‑bearing floor
• New ground‑floor cloakroom with upgraded sanitary fittings
• Bespoke oak‑boarded door replacing the modern door
• Brand‑new kitchen installation
• Repairs to Staircase 1 and full like‑for‑like replacement of Stair 2
• New oak fireplace surrounds and an oak screen wall to the staircase

Another heritage space restored with care, craft and attention to detail.