Who were the men who built the great buildings in our world with their hands?
Not the architects but the men with the skills to carve, cut, and work stone, wood, and other materials.
How about your home?
How about all of the old and amazing homes, courthouses, and other structures in your community?
What was their life story? How and from whom did they learn the skills they had, which are almost nonexistent in our world today?
Who were the lost builders?
Video from Skill Builder
Lost Builders of the Middle Ages - Craftsmen of Hereford
"Hereford Cathedral https://www.herefordcathedral.org All Saints Church https://westherefordteam.org.uk/allsa... London Warming and Ventilating Co https://www.gracesguide.co.uk/London_... Kilpeck Church of St Mary and St David https://kilpeckchurch.org.uk Kilpeck Castle https://www.castlewales.com/kilpeck.html ________________________ The Skill Builder team heads to Herefordshire to see the incredible buildings near the Welsh border, focusing on the skilled but often overlooked craftsmen who built these structures. While famous architects like Sir Christopher Wren are credited with designs, the labourers remain forgotten. Highlights include the tomb of Sir Richard Pembridge, a knight from the Battle of Crécy, crafted in alabaster, and the intricate carvings found in local churches. Roger also visits the SAS memorial in Hereford, honouring fallen soldiers. Challenges in modernizing historical buildings are discussed, particularly regarding preserving their integrity while adding modern amenities like electrical wiring. We examine old heating systems used in churches, such as gas-fired heaters, which were often inefficient in large, cold interiors. Medieval carvings and stained glass windows told stories to illiterate populations. A notable example is the carvings at Kilpeck Church, where religious and mythical themes are intricately depicted, including a traditional fertility symbol, the Sheela na gig. The influence of Norman architecture is discussed, showing how they introduced ambitious designs and skilled craftsmen after the Norman conquest. The stonemason’s yard visit demonstrates how modern masons continue the legacy, using traditional tools and techniques to maintain these ancient structures. ________________________ 📖 CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome to Hereford 00:53 Hereford Cathedral 01:16 Sir Richard Pembridge 02:35 Special Air Service 02:55 Retrofit 04:05 Super Stove 05:48 The Stanbury Chapel 07:38 Man of God 09:18 Stonemasons 10:45 All Saints Church 14:34 Kilpeck Church 20:44 Kilpeck Castle " from the video introduction
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