STAINED glass specialists who work by appointment to HM The Queen have been busy at the Newton’s Place museum and community space project in Newton Abbot.

Conservators Dan Hearn and Gemma Curtis were commissioned to repair windows at the former St Leonard’s Church, Wolborough Street, where building works continue ahead of next year’s opening.

The experts are part of the team at Somerset-based Holy Well Glass which has a Royal Warrant from Her Majesty.

Last year the pair were involved in the restoration of Windsor Castle and the Private Chapel in nearby Windsor Great Park.

CONSERVATION TALK

A FREE illustrated talk on the conservation of historic stained glass is to take place at St Mary’s Church, Abbotsbury, Newton Abbot, on Tuesday September 17.

Val Harrison, conservation advisor to Newton’s Place, said: ‘If you’ve ever wondered how the experts go about repairing and conserving historic glass then now’s your chance to find out.

‘No booking is required for the talk, just turn up at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Donations will be welcomed but are completely discretionary.’