Britannia Village
Sinden was appointed by Britannia Village Residents Management to carry out the refurbishment and restoration of eight Grade II listed cranes, preserving these structures for future use.
The project involved working on listed structures in a highly exposed dockside environment, with strict requirements around heritage protection and regulatory compliance.
The location introduced additional constraints, including working at height near the water’s edge and operating within controlled quayside areas. Careful planning was also required to manage weather exposure and ensure long-term durability of the works.
We worked closely with Historic England to develop and deliver a restoration approach that respected the character and significance of the cranes, while meeting current standards.
Works were carefully planned around weather conditions, with phased delivery used to ensure quality and protect partially completed areas. Access to the cranes was managed through licensed quayside arrangements, allowing safe working near the dock edge.
A marine-grade paint system was applied to protect the structures from the harsh dockside environment, supported by careful preparation and sequencing to ensure a long-lasting finish.
The restoration works were successfully delivered in line with listed building requirements, preserving an important part of London’s industrial heritage.
The result is a series of restored cranes that remain a defining feature of Royal Victoria Dock, protected for the long term while maintaining their historic character, demonstrating Sinden’s capability to deliver sensitive heritage works in challenging environments.
