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Bristol City Hall up-date.

6/23/2016

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MFS finally managed to complete the James Adams "Slaves" in and around the historic Council chambers within City Hall.

I am pleased to have played a part in the 18 month refurbishment of the historically significant Grade II* listed building in the centre of Bristol which is claimed will save the people of Bristol £50 million over the coming years.

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Above is, it appears, the last time any work/servicing had been done to the "slaves" (1968). I wonder who R.S is and if they are still alive?
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Above you can catch a glimpse of the beautiful dyed pig skin doors that I was informed cost £15,000 to repair.
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Above are the shots of the double action slaves from the "old council house" which we will be repairing in the near future.
Below is my war wound:

Unfortunately in the process of working on the floor springs I have fractured my distal phalanx (end of finger) as can be seen in the picture below, which I assure readers is far more painful than it looks!
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As always your comments are appreciated.
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pierpoint
8/10/2016 10:29:59 pm

have just caught up with your blog - what an interesting job you must have - every day you come across yet another beautiful listed building - you really seem interested in your work (pity about that fractured finger - hope it heals quickly)

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Rod Fathers link
8/12/2016 08:30:34 pm

Thanks for your interest and comments Mr Pierpoint I am thrilled you enjoy the blog.

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