To all the team responsible for the successful completion of Phoenix Mill, thank you again for doing an excellent job on the Phoenix building. We are very pleased with the end result!

As the representative responsible for ensuring the conservation quality of projects supported by Historic England, I’ve been particularly reassured by the approach taken at Phoenix Mills, Tileyard North, Wakefield. As the oldest surviving mill on the site, this building represents a key part of the city’s industrial heritage. From the outset, Henley Restoration and Remedials demonstrated a clear commitment to best practice in heritage restoration. The level of collaboration was strong throughout, and conservation decision-making consistently reflected a deep understanding of the site's historic significance. This gave us full confidence that both the integrity of the building and our investment were in safe, expert hands.

From the outset, we expected the usual challenges that come with live schemes and complex restoration work. But Henley’s expertise and collaborative approach is making the process much smoother than anticipated. The partnership so far has been fantastic and has genuinely changed our perspective on restoration projects, and we are now open to opportunities we may not have considered before.

The restoration of the Grade II-listed Phoenix Mill, part of the Tileyard North Scheme in Wakefield, was a complex project that required a blend of construction expertise and in-depth conservation knowledge. Henley Restoration & Remedials played a pivotal role in guiding and delivering the works to meet the strict conservation standards, ensuring the building was carefully restored and primed for its next phase. The team demonstrated a high level of professionalism, with excellent collaboration throughout, which ensured the project was delivered on programme and to the highest level of quality. I would highly recommend them.