It’s been a while since we last posted, that’s because there’s been a lot going on, particularly in the way of frame repairs. We always knew the sole plate was going to be an issue, and so it has proved to be. There was considerable hidden rot within the sole plate, much of which has been caused by water ingress leading to wet-rot and beetle infestations. Where possible and where more than 75% of the sectional area of frame remains intact, we’ve been saving the wood. Where rot is extensive, we’ve carefully supported the frame and scarfed in matching timber.
Beneath the stairs the sole-plate has rotted away completely 
Along the west elevation, so much rot became evident 
The underside of the sole-plate in many areas was riddled with rot. 
scarfing old frame to new 
The sole po receive the new corner post. 
Leigh Hill Progress 