St theodore's church re ordering first draft

Preliminary Design and Access Statement

St Theodore's Church Reordering for

St Theodore's Church Kenfig Hill

February 2014

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Design and Access Statement St Theodore's Church Re-ordering

1.0 Introduction and Background 1.0 Introduction and Vision Statement This DAS is to be considered a 'work in progress' - as is the the process of design of the St Theodores re ordering project. However, having reached a point where proposals have begun firming up, it was considered appropriate to obtain the views of the planning authority, as well as the Church Diocesan Advisory Committee to ensure that the they are in line with the local plan and the Church in Wales' general aims.

Preliminary though the proposals are, it is considered that they are of a quality which can be understood and appreciated, as can the design principles which have generated them. This DAS can be therefore be seen as a 'snapshot' of the design process, but nevertheless a complete picture of the first stages in that process. It aims to explain and fully justify the proposed re ordering of the church, and provide a suitable design response to the complex set of problems which arise in the remodelling of an old and much loved community church.

The proposals should be understood as part of a process of change and adaptation of the church in Wales to economic and social factors which have reduced its importance as the mainstay of British society.

However, this report will show that the parishioners of Kenfig Hill, through their ambition to maintain the presence of the church at the centre of village life, will play a crucial role in re establishing the church - if not The Church - as the centre of the community which it was built to serve a century ago.

1.1 Background It is not an exaggeration to say that falling numbers in church congregations has become something of a crisis for the Church in Wales. The Archbishop of Wales has acknowledged that 'radical action is necessary' and that 'change is crucial'. The media noted that the morale in some parishes is very low. It was acknowledged that the need to reinvent and restructure is vital and a review was commissioned in 2012 to show how the church could adapt and cope with the falling numbers, a decline in clergy, a surplus number of churches and large repair bills for its buildings.

1.2 Review The review's findings have been compiled in a report which makes 50 recommendations, including: - Replacing parishes with larger "ministry areas", each containing around 25 parishes, which would mirror the catchment areas of secondary schools, where possible. They would be served by a team of clergy and lay people. The report said that small parishes are no longer sustainable, with some priests having to serve as many as 10 parishes, "with all the extra attendance at meetings and administration this involves".

- Training lay people to play a greater part in church leadership.

- Engaging more with young people by working more closely with all schools, not just church schools, along with using social media and training people in the church who can relate to them.

- Developing new forms of worship to reach out to those unfamiliar with church services, such as holding them at times other than Sunday morning, perhaps in other buildings like schools.

- Using some church buildings for use by the whole community, while possibly closing others that are not needed.

- Selling parsonages so that clergy can buy or rent their own homes.

- Working more closely with other denominations.

The proposed reordering of St Theodores should therefore be seen in the light of these recommendations.

1.3 Response to the Review The parishioners and clergy of St Theodores are committed to their church and know that it continues to play a very important - some would say crucial - role in a place where community values are in danger of being eroded.

In response to the review, the adjacent parsonage was sold off to developers, and its sister church St Coleman is in the process of being sold also to consolidate the church's position in the centre of Kenfig Hill.

In order to achieve some of the other key recommendations in the report the parish realised that the existing building, whilst a very beautiful place of worship - has some shortcomings. To reinvent it as a multi purpose community building, suitable for a range of community groups, of all ages and abilities, would need a re think.

1.3 Re Ordering In September 2012 the building sub committee of St Theodore's in Kenfig Hill appointed Gillard Associates as Quinquennial Architect. Alan Gillard is a conservation architect but also has experience in working with community groups.

The purpose of the appointment is a) to provide a point of contact with a professional qualified in conservation and protection of old buildings, so that the existing building can be conserved in accordance with current conservation techniques; b) to take forward proposals by the church to reinforce the church of St Theodores position as the main community focus of the village; c) to liaise with the church and community to ensure that the proposals are fit for purpose - in other words, to interpret the needs of the stakeholders in a way which makes the most of the opportunities presented by the site, whilst recognising the constraints of space, time, and the available budget.

"It is time for the church to go 'back to basics'. It's about community focus and that's the origin of the church really. It's only been in the last 100 years or so that we have had separate spaces for family events and for community events."

Mark Broadway, St Catherine's Pontypridd

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Design and Access Statement St Theodore's Church Re-ordering

2.0 Site Location and Context 2.0 Site Location and Context This part of the DAS aims to describe the unique location of St Theodore's and place the building in its context as an almost iconic feature of the community, where life events are celebrated and commemorated, where local people come together to meet, worship - and sometimes, just drop in for a coffee and a chat.

2.1 Location St Theodores church is a large stone clad brick building dating back to 1889. It was built in a commanding position at the top of the scarp which overlooks the Glamorgan coast at Port Talbot. This is probably not accidental - the visual link to Margam, the family home of the Talbot family who were the main benefactors of the church, is significant.

Today the church appears to be on the edge of the conurbation made up of Pyle and Kenfig Hill, but when it was built, Pyle was not yet developed, and the church was at the centre of the village (see historic map).

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2.2 Historic Context The church is dominant when approaching from both directions on the B4281 the main road connecting Kenfig Hill to the A48 at the Pyle junction.The building's visual importance is enhanced by its floor level being a meter above the road level. There is also a sense that the church is a something of a 'shepherd amongst its flock' by the way it has obvious cultural significance, when seen in context - the surrounding housing is of a style and density typical of south Wales mining communities. the contrast in quality could not be greater - particularly if the comparison with the new and unsightly replacement dwellings on the site of the old vicarage.

The historic context is also clear from the historic map - Kenfig Hill was a mining village, and had been since the middle ages. At the time the church was built, the village was almost isolated in a network of railways and sidings linking the open cast and drift mines with the harbour in Porthcawl.

The importance of this building - as a focus for community, wellbeing, and worship cannot be underestimated. It has played an essential role in the lives of local people and is very much part of the landscape. It is this which makes it unthinkable as a candidate for closure and a natural choice for the church in Wales to reinvent and remodel.

Top: satellite view of church showing how its position forms the major landmark in the village Left: historic 1920 map illustrating the importance of the church within the village of Kenfig Hill, long before Pyle was developed.

Above: typical domestic scene along B4281 Far left: the Vicarage before demolition

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3.0 Appraisal 3.0 Appraisal This part of the DAS aims to describe the site, the building, and identify the opportuntities and constraints which need to be considered as part of any design proposal.

3.1 The Church The following extract is from the quinquennial report carried by Gordon Clarke in 2012: "St Theodores church was constructed in 1876 to a simple plan comprising a nave, chancel, with a vestry to the south and a porch to the north leading to the rear of the nave. In 1908 the church was substantially extended with the addition of the south aisle and an enlarged vestry. At the same time the addition of a further bay extended the west end. Changes since this date have been largely cosmetic including a new kitchen to the rear of the south aisle."

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This description does not do justice to the special quality of the interior of the church.

Despite - or perhaps because of - the simplicity of the materials used, plastered walls, bathstone mouldings, dark timber exposed joists, there is an intimacy, and a sense of peace, which has to be experienced to be understood. On entering the church one's eye is drawn to the sanctuary, which is simply adorned with colourful fabrics according to the calendar, and exudes a warmth - which is not produced by the defunct heating system.

The church does not benefit from visual clutter. Redundant fittings, tired flooring materials, and the recently fitted kitchen detract from the sense of order and calm.

3.2 Externally The church is sited in a large churchyard comprising approx 0.22ha.

3.2.1 Site boundaries The north boundary is a 1.8m high stone wall commencing at the pavement adjoining the highway. The churchyard is around 600mm above road level. There is an opening in the wall closed by two iron gates.

On the east the stone wall, reduced in height, abuts a domestic property.

The south boundary is with an agricultural field, and separated by a high stone wall.

The west boundary is formed by a substantial hedge, which gives way to a timber fence, separating the church from its original vicarage. The remains of a kissing gate still exist.

Tarmac pathways skirt the building, and lead to the basement which once housed the boiler plant.

Most of the churchyard is laid to lawn, except where the raised level demarcates the edge of the memorial garden.

Top: detail of Tim Lewis stained glass Above centre: sandstone moulding Above: organ

3.2.2 Elevations All walls are in coursed sandstone rubble with dressed bathstone quoins and window reveals. Buttresses set up a pleasing rhythm along the perimeter, framing the lancet windows which contain stained glass. One of the south windows has a modern glass painting by a notable local artist.

The north elevation is somewhat spoilt by the addition of a modern porch in what could optimistically be described as a vernacular style and which places too much emphasis on the only toilet in the church - the original porch was destroyed by a bomb in World War II .

The west end has a modest sandstone bellcote with a single bell which emphasises the verticality of the building - and provides a convenient location for the clock.

Nave looking towards sanctuary

Generally the condition of the building is excellent but poor maintenance choices over the years mean that any re ordering works will need to allow for upkeep, particularly the roof which is not weathertight.

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Appraisal (cont'd)

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3.3.4 Historic Significance The building's status in the community will mean that any design proposals will need to be sensitive and enhance the setting and architecture, requiring a quality of execution and materials which will match the existing structure.

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Generally the feeling on arrival is that the church, set behind stone walls, cast iron gates, a sloping path, and an unwelcoming porch, is rather defensive. This is contrary to the aspirations of the members.

3.3.2 Topography Any new addition to the building would need to take account of levels which rise to the south.

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CONSTRAINTS AND OPPORTUNITIES PLAN

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3.4 Opportunities 3.4.1 Transport There is a regular bus service to the church and a shelter is located on the north boundary.

3.4.2 Topography The land adjacent to the highway is generally at the same level which would facilitate opening vehicular access, subject to visibility splays being possible. The main entrance faces the street frontage which will enable any new development to remodel the building's approach and make it more welcoming.

3.4.3 Arboriculture Several trees exist on the site. None of them are of a species or have a value which would make their removal as part of a considered development problematic, and there is a lot of scope for replanting and mitigation.

3.4.4 Generally The site is relatively open and suitable for provision of better access and entrance configuration.

Design proposals would be able to build against a solid iconic structure which has over a century's history of providing community service. Its prominence visually and culturally will enable any re ordering programme to take place under full view.

The public ownership of the building will hopefully guarantee its continued success as a community focus.

Above left: inappropriate porch Below left: Effect of poor planning replacement dwelling has detrimental effect on setting of church.

Above right: Memorial garden Left: inappropriate modern slate replacements

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4.0 Design Principles 4.0 Design Principles and Strategy This part of the DAS aims to identify and describe the needs of the client - ie, the parish and congregation of Kenfig Hill, and the wider community who may be potential users - to define a design strategyable to deliver a solution, taking into account the constraints already identified in the previous section.

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4.1 Brief After a series of consultations and discussions which took place over a period of a year, it became clear that reordering works were essential to make St Theodores a multi- function community building, as well as continuing its historic role as a place of worship. The elements of the brief could be split as follows: 4.1.1 Maintenenance and repair Whilst the church building is in good condition, the 2012 quinquennial report identifies a range of necessary repairs to the building fabric: - roof repairs including rw goods - wall repairs (mainly west elevation) - bathstone moulding repairs to buttresses and windows - damp ingress caused by inappropriate paving levels 4.1.2 Environmental improvements a) Heating: at present the building lacks an effective and controllable heating system - it relies on high level radiant heaters which are expensive to run and have limited control.

Obviously an improved and responsive heating system would be well used, requiring improvements in the building's insulation to minimise heat losses and reduce running costs. b) Lighting; at present the building is lit by a series of floodlamps which are effective but expensive to operate and maintain. The quality of light is harsh and the controls offer only two options - off and on.

An improved lighting system would allow different combinations and offer the possibility of generating different moods/effects to suit the building's occupancy requirments c) Sound: the church lacks a hearing loop which is more or less essential; an acoustic strategy would also be desirable, to manage the requirements of speech and music. At present the reverberation time is too long.

4.1.3 Access improvements It is essential that the building be provided with a level access, wheelchair toilet facilities, and disabled parking facilities.

4.1.4 Spatial Improvements As a large building the nave and chancel are useful for a wide variety of group activities. However, with no separation between areas, multi use occupation is not possible. The following is a list of spatial requirements which formed the core brief of the design: a) multi purpose space for group activities, b) maintaining the church as a place of worship with the sanctuary forming the sacred area which should be enhanced and protected c) meeting room separate from the muitli purpose and sacred spaces allowing for smaller groups and meetings in privacy d) improved toilet facilities e) improved kitchen facilities, preferably adjacent to f) a remodelled and welcoming entrance g) improved storage 4.2 Design Response The following key issues were seen to be fundamental to the success of the re ordering project.

new vehicular access separate from pedestrian access

break down barriers: open up external wall

maintain green frontage

KEY CONCEPT: important visual and physical axis from street to church entrance

area for new ancillary building

maintain views of church

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remove barrier: demolish existing porch

retain views of main facade

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4.2.1 Reach Out: the entrance to the church should be made more welcoming and accessible. The whole ethos of the re ordering work is to reach out to the community and welcome them in. Therefore the design must in some way bridge the gap between the street and the church front door.

4.2.2 Demystify: the church need to become more open as part of the 're invention process'. The removal of barriers - physical or philosophical is an important part of this process. The church must be perceived by the public not like a cult, but as a place where anyone can feel at home. This will not be achieved by operating inside a defensive building.

4.2.3 Declutter; the beauty of this church is its simplicity and serenity, appreciated only by a visit. This value of this attribute in the modern world cannot be underestimated and is seen as a major aim of the project. This special quality is compromised by the various demands being placed on the building for services space, storage, and so on. There is an unco ordinated approach to furnishing. The first decision taken was therefore - declutter the church and build a new extension to accommodate the more secular needs of the congregation - toilets, kitchen, storage, etc.

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MEMORIAL GARDEN

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DESIGN CONCEPT: REACH OUT To the community DEMYSTIFY Be welcome, visible, transparent DECLUTTER Enhance the simple beauty of the existing building as originally intended

KEY important movement link important visual link

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5.0 Outline Proposals 5.0 Overview This section of the DAS is intended to describe how the proposed development will answer the questions posed by the design brief.

position of new vehicular access fixed by visibility splay - clear vision necessary at Point A: 2.4m from back of pavement line clear to 60m

The designs have been discussed and presented to the church committeee, congregation and parish council as part of the collaborative process.

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5.1 New Building New bike space Original wall-boundary

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The foyer of the new building will be generous to provide a sense of openness and welcome.

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Architecturally the new work will be simple and modern, in contrast to the existing church, and the link will be very light and made with glass. This is in keeping wityh ICOMOS guidelines for works on historic buildings.

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The existing lean-to is unsightly and inadequate. Its removal and replacement with a more contemporary building will provide a new 'face' for the church, and will provide an open accessible and welcoming entrance which reaches out to the street.

The new building will also contain kitchen, toilet and storage facilities so that the main body of the church can be enhanced.

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Pedestrian and vehicular access is separated and security gates are advised.

The car parking will avoid the remembrance garden.

Soft or permeable surfacing is probably required to avoid surface run off. This can be achieved with grass or gravel grids (see inset).

Access for small lorries is advisable to permit delivery of fuel.

PROPOSED SITE PLAN 1:200 @ A3

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Design and Access Statement St Theodore's Church Re-ordering

Outline Proposals (cont'd) main entrance

This sheet illustrates the main organising layout of the re ordered church, as proposed.

storage cupboards as required

The pavement is widened by the demolition of the boundary stone wall, opening up a recess under a sheltering roof, below.

new vehicular entrance S-14

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kitchen KITCHEN

meeting terrace

servery

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PROPOSED FLOOR PLAN 1:100 @ A3

MEETING ROOM

foyer CLEANER WC

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level access to foyer from disabled parking space

sliding glass doors

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storage wall P-03

nave Parkinf Section 1

DISABLED WC

flexible seating

This leads up a short flight of steps to the main foyer, a glazed generous space which leads directly to the church door. The new building is designed to be lightweight in contrast to the church. The connection is made of glass to emphasise the break (below).

alternative altar position

chancel

underfloor heating system throughout

aisle storage wall

vestry

With the ancillary accommodation housed inside the new extension, the space can be freed up inside the church itself, which will become a multi purpose activity and worship space, furnished with moveable seating and mobile tables. boiler room

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Design and Access Statement St Theodore's Church Re-ordering

Outline Proposals (cont'd) The illustrations on this page demonstrate how the new building imposes a street presence without overpowering the existing church.

There is a tension between the two - new and old: lightweight, modern and approachable on the one hand; heavyweight, gravitas, and reassurance on the other.

The materials are yet to be decided but a timber and steel framed pavilion on a firm stone plinth has a symbology as well as a link to the recent industrial past. glazed link

lightweight glazed link

open welcoming foyer

sheltering roof canopy

level access sheltered terrace garden

PROPOSED SECTION 1:100 @ A3

reaching out to the community

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Design and Access Statement St Theodore's Church Re-ordering

Outline Proposals (cont'd) “Having the new lighting system from GDS has really made a difference to our lives for several reasons, firstly we now have no maintenance requirement all the way up in the roof. Secondly we have halved our electricity usage when using the lights for our services meaning cheaper electricity bills and thirdly due to our investment solar panel technology we can now sell even more electricity back to the grid. All of this was achieved without our congregation noticing any difference in the look and the feel of the church itself, its brilliant�

5.3 Environmental Improvements This section of the DAS outlines the proposals for upgrading the heating, lighting, energy efficiency and acoustics.

5.3.1 Under Floor Heating The best way of heating the church is with underfloor heating. Jupiter Systems have a dedicated product which warrants the whole floor build up and is the only product currently on the market which meets the British Standard for non domestic loading. The whole church can then be surfaced with a suitable stone or tile flooring to give a homogenous and spacious atmosphere.

Underfloor heating pipes can be driven by a variety of sources - heat pumps, gas and biomass boilers are all being considered.

A ground source heat pump is also being considered, as the car park will need to be excavated this might be a good choice for placing the underground heat exchanger.

5.3.2 Low Energy Lighting The lights need to be low energy, low maintenance, warm, and controllable. In other words they need to be flexible enough to create a variety of ambiences.

St Theodores Church option GDS design and4 cell manufacture a variety of LED lights from

powerful spotlights to small downlights.

5.3.4 Acoustics A hearing loop will be fitted as part of the works. The acoustic performance of the space will be assessed and proposed surface materials to increase sound absorption include fibre board ceiling finishes, and panels as part of the stoirage wall system.

EXISTING CHANCEL SUSPENDED FLOOR (assumed) multi-height "clip" floor threshold carpet

30 mm smooth ashlar limestone paving SCREED REPLACEMENT TILE SYSTEM Jupiter Undefloor System

Reverend Douglas Burnett Vicar of Redland Park Church, Bristol 5.3.3 Energy Efficiency An old church is difficult to make more energy efficient but since the roof needs extensive work, it makes sense to increase the insulation of this element.

existing floor

If patch repairs are possible it may be more sensible to install insulation from underneath the roof as the sketch detail below suggests.

Timber edge trim to contain insulation and UFH system damp proof membrane

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Energy studies are in the process of being carried out to Global Design Solution Operator Paul Johnson see how best to achieve the best pay back and comfort.

Unit 13These - Riverside Business Park Telephone 0117to 325 0063 can be wirelessly contolled so that wiring is kept St Annes Road Fax 0117 971 6202 minimum.

Very often a building's existing wiring be Bristol a - BS4 4ED e-Mailcan paul.johnson@gds.uk.com utilised without the need for re wiring. slate tiles fixed to battens

If the church is to have intermittent use, then the use of a boiler is recommended. The heating can be programmed to coincide with events services or occasions and would be able to respond within 3 hours.

A gas boiler is likely to be the most economical to install, if there is a main to which the system can be connected.

If no gas is available, or if the church wish to have a more sustainable heating system, a biomass boiler can be installed. The existing bopiler room is adequate for the boiler and storage so long as access for fuel trucks is arranged.

LEDs have lifespan measured in 1000s of hours so bulb Room 1 / False Colour Rendering replacement is a thing of the past.

The diagram below shows a lighting study carried by GDS indicating one scene only. The system would be capable of providing severla different moods or scenes depending on the event.

timber battens timber counter battens @ 400 cc NEW: vapour permeable roofing felt REFIT: lead valley gutter

PROPOSED: TRISO - Super 10+ multifoil insulation system PROPOSED: Heraklith board 25 mm with white lime plaster

This option has the added bonus of potentially paying for itself with 6 years if the government Renewable Heat Incentive scheme is taken up.

PROPOSED: Fill gaps with mineral wool insulation PROPOSED: Heraklith board 25 mm with white lime plaster plaster stop bead

ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN: Outline proposals for heating, lighting and acoustics GILLARD ASSOCIATES architecture and design

6.0 Summary This DAS has provided the background and reason for the re ordering of St Theodores in Kenfig Hill, a well established church dating from the time of industrialisation of this part of Glamorgan.

It has shown that whilst the building is well loved and much needed for the life of the comunity, social changes have led to church in Wales to make alterations to maintain the relevance of the church in everyday modern life.

In particular it was felt that the church needed to reach out to the community, overcome perceived barriers, and ensure that the building could be usable for a variety of activities identified by the congregation.

Finally, the DAS set out in outline, how a new building could provide a workable, practical, and attractive solution to the needs of the church.

Whilst the DAS is a work in progress - the re ordering work design process - there is sufficient detail to enable the planning authority and Church Design Advice Committee, for whom the document is intended, to assess and advise on the strategy and proposals to date.

Alan Gillard RIBA for and on behalf of Gillard Associates Ltd February 25th 2014

Having established the reason behind the re ordering work, the DAS then identified the constraints which maight be problematic for the success of the project, but also highlighted the opportunities which might enhance its position in the comunity.

The DAs then went on to demonstrate that a strategy, arrived at in collaboration with the church and parishioners, was not only viable, but indeed desirable, if the church is to continue to evolve as a community building.

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