As often in the development of church restoration and development projects, years pass as specifications are agreed, permissions obtained and funding secured. Throughout the development of this project Martin Johnson and Co have patiently supported us in a very professional way and the final result is outstanding. We warmly commend them as specialists in their field and as a business.
Reverend P Maybury, Vicar
Ossett and Gawthorpe
English Heritage encouraged the PCC to ensure that the windows were cleaned and conserved as part of the overall restoration project. The PCC was eager to see this done, and entrusted the work to Martin Johnson & Co.
The results have exceeded all our expectations. We can now see the windows as Bodley and Kempe intended, and they have once again become an enhancement to the church. The depth of colour, the exquisite detailing, and the quality of overall design are now evident, and we are grateful to Martin Johnson and his team for recovering for us what had seemed like lost treasures. Their care and craftsmanship paid full respect to the quality of the windows themselves and to Kempe's original work.
Mr J Mcleod, Vice Chairman PCC
Horbury Junction PCC
We needed a contractor who could manage to cope with the high levels of visitors we have to the church, and to conduct themselves appropriately. Martin Johnson & Co completed the work on time, on budget, and was completed to the highest standard.
Every member of their team conducted themselves in an exemplary manner both on and off-site (they stayed in village accommodation during the work) and they always took time to answer visitor questions with courtesy, an important factor for our church and community.
Moreover, when we re-dedicated our windows, members of the team travelled from York to Kent to attend the service.
A nicer group of people you could not wish to meet. I would happily recommend them to anyone. I would also be happy to give anyone a tour of the work completed at St Mary's.
Mr D Maclaren, Church Warden
Church of St Mary Magdalene
As Conservation Architects we’ve worked with Martin Johnson & Co (York) Ltd on numerous projects at historic listed churches over the years. The various projects include straightforward assessments and reports to undertaking minor repairs, full repairs, cleaning and installing protections. Their work has always been thorough and professional and has contributed to the preservation of these historic structures for the generations to come.
Mr D Benson, Senior Architect
Ablett Architects
We have used Martin Johnson Glass on a number of occasions to help us with some quite specialist projects. Their professionalism, enthusiasm and attention to detail along with their skills, knowledge and experience makes them a safe pair of hands for specialist glazing repair and restoration.
Our projects have included stained glass repair and cleaning, installation of iso-thermal glazing, leaded light repairs and most recently the reglazing of a set of circular tapered lanterns.
They have never shied away from a challenge and have always delivered excellent results. We would not hesitate to work with them in the future.
John Catanach, Technical Manager
Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council
My experience working with Martin Johnson’s has always been excellent. They are well organised, efficient and proactive as well as being highly competent in their field of craft. They are a pleasure to work alongside.
Adam Hickey, Managing Director
Pinnacle Conservation Ltd
