We’ve just completed the lime plastering works at the beautiful St Peter’s Church in Formby. Built in 1746, this classically proportioned church is a real gem and an important part of the town’s heritage. The present building was constructed to replace an earlier chapel that stood closer to the coast but was destroyed by a violent storm in 1739, prompting the decision to rebuild further inland where the church still stands today.
Designed in a Georgian style, the church later evolved with Gothic Revival additions in 1873, giving it a distinctive architectural character that reflects centuries of adaptation and continued use. Today it is recognised as a Grade II listed building, highlighting its national importance and special historic interest within the National Heritage List for England.
On a personal note, it’s been an absolute pleasure to be invited to work on such a fine and well-preserved building. There’s something truly special about carrying out traditional lime plastering in spaces that have served their communities for generations. St Peter’s has been a centre of worship and local life for centuries, continuing a much older religious presence in Formby that dates back to the ancient chapelry associated with St Mary’s, Walton.
Working on projects like this is always a privilege. We feel very proud to have played a small part in helping to protect the character, craftsmanship, and historic fabric of such a community-focused place of worship — ensuring it can continue to serve future generations just as it has since the mid-18th century.
Lath and Plaster 