Photos show level of work being done to repair Wolverhampton church
New images have shown the work being done to renovate and maintain historics part of Wolverhampton.
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Scaffolding has now been erected all around one side of St Peter's Church in the city centre as part of work to maintain the 10th Century church.
Additionally, scaffolding is also visible alongside Wolverhampton Civic Centre across all levels of the building, having been in place since July.
The drone images by Express & Star chief photographer Tim Thursfield show a full layer of scaffolding, as well as green covers and a metal fence, around the chancel of the church near to Wulfruna Street and Lichfield Street.
The work is being done to replace worn and crumbling stone work on the chancel and the Parish of Central Wolverhampton has put out a message to say that the work will take longer than previously expected, due to additional areas of work being found.
A spokesman for the Parish of Central Wolverhampton said: "Works to replace worn and crumbling stone work is continuing.
"As with most undertakings of this nature, additional areas needing work are coming to light, which may see the end date move to spring 2026.
"If you are interested in seeing the works more closely, a viewing platform is being arranged.
"Please contact the parish office to get more details."
The scaffolding at the Civic Centre can be seen at the far side of the building overlooking Molineux Stadium, with a full layer from the ground floor entrance to the building up to and around the entrance to the Mayor's Parlour.
The building was erected in 1974 and was found to have Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete in the roof.
A Wolverhampton Council spokesperson said: “The works to remove a small amount of RAAC (Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) from the roof of the Civic Centre Chamber started at the end of July and are expected to be completed in November.
“Health & Safety have confirmed there is no risk to anyone and day-to-day operations at the Civic Centre can continue as normal with access to the rear Business Reception entrance remaining available for all staff/visitors and members of the public throughout the works."
