The work on the restoration and refurbishment of St Benedict Biscop is now well underway as these photos indicate. The old tiles and flooring at the front of the church have been removed and infilling commenced, ready for the new floor and tiles to be laid. Work on removing the layers of paint from the pillars and stone arches to reveal the original stonework is also well underway. At present the church very much resembles a building site – no wonder it has had to be closed!