Background

Restoring Pugin project is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund in collaboration with Nottingham Cathedral and the Culture Syndicates.

Restoring Pugin project refers to Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin, a prominent figure in the Gothic Revival architectural movement in Britain during the early Victorian era, was the mastermind behind the design of Nottingham Cathedral. Known for his influential contributions to the Gothic Revival, exemplified by his collaboration with architect Charles Barry on the Houses of Parliament, Pugin skilfully breathed life into the Middle Ages, capturing its richness, colour, and intricate details. The focal point of the Nottingham Cathedral restoration project revolves around returning the three chapels at the east end of the structure to Pugin's original design.

This project is using advanced digital technologies, internet of things and real-time data, to pave the way to new pedagogical tools for educating young people from diverse communities in heritage and conservation. Additionally, it aims to support Nottingham Cathedral conservation through real-time monitoring.

Nottingham Trent University is leading two key projects. The first involves the development of a digital twin for Nottingham Cathedral, enabling the monitoring and analysis of environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, and air pollution.

The second project is focused on creating a digital game-based learning platform designed for students aged 12 to 17. The platform aims to enhance education in heritage conservation, contributing to a broader mission of preserving Nottingham Cathedral.