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Barley Studio inc. Helen Whittaker Stained Glass & Sculpture

Name: Barley Studio inc. Helen Whittaker Stained Glass & Sculpture
Address: Church Balk Dunnington, York, YO195LH, GB
Telephone: +441904489093
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Barley Studio are award-winning designers and conservators of stained glass windows

Barley Studio’s team of award-winning conservators, craftsmen and artists provide expertise and technical excellence in all aspects of supply, production and care for stained glass. We undertake projects on glass of all periods, from the medieval to the present day, and of all sizes, from small domestic repairs and installations to major cathedral works.The studio was founded in 1973 by Keith Barl

ey ACR FMGP and has gained an international reputation for the high standard of its stained glass conservation and restoration for the nation’s cathedrals, stately homes and parish churches. Barley Studio is also known for its new work, with designer/artist Helen Whittaker MA FMGP winning commissions for many prestigious buildings across the UK. Barley Studio’s multi-skilled team covers all aspects of stained glass and related metalwork: environmentally protective isothermal glazing systems, restoration and supply of ferramenta and opening casements, stainless steel wire guards, period style plain glazing and antique glasses, consultation, surveys and reports.For more information please visit our websites www.barleystudio.co.uk and www.helenwhittakerart.com.

03/06/2026

Celebrating 40 years since being awarded the Churchill Fellowship, Keith looks back on his journey and shares a few words of wisdom, pointing out that innovation requires courage.

When you introduce a new way of doing things, you might get "shot at" in the name of tradition, but keep pressing on!

02/06/2026

40 years, one mission. 🕰️

In 1986, Keith Barley set out on the Churchill Fellowship that would change the face of British conservation. Back then, he was the "radical" with a ladder and a question: How do we save Britain’s medieval glass from the invisible enemy of corrosion? From the first apprenticeship at the then-newly formed Glaziers Trust to pioneering the EPG systems that protect our national treasures today, it’s been a journey of "decade blocks."
We’ve grown; the technology has evolved, but the heart at the bench remains exactly the same.

EPG - Environmental Protective Glazing - is a secondary glazing system that allows for internal ventilation, creating as near museum conditions as can be achieved within the architectural setting.

19/05/2026

Last month, we were part of the annual stained glass study tour, where historic sites, churches and, of course, stained glass took centre stage!

We kicked off the day with a visit to our studio in Dunnington, where the group had a chance to look at some of our projects on the bench.
This was followed by a visit to St Nicholas’ Church nearby, which features a window created by Helen in 2009, and concluded with a tour of where Helen offered some wonderful insights into her 2004 Pilgrim window!

12/05/2026

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05/03/2026

Our Head Glazier Dan is loving perfecting his mitre joints on this geometric leaded glazing! ❤️

28/01/2026

VOTING CLOSES 1st FEBRUARY. Barley Studio's Director and stained glass artist Helen Whittaker is delighted to have one of her works shortlisted by the Association of English Cathedrals to the final 12 for 'England's Favourite Stained Glass Window'.

Helen's 14 geometric grisaille lights were designed and made for the 'New Processional Way', created in 2000 by architect Jane Kennedy as a Millennium Project for Ely Cathedral. The New Processional Way links the Lady Chapel to the Cathedral restoring the original passageway used by the medieval monks.

Helen's windows are in great company, from the 14th-century Jesse at Wells Cathedral and the 15th-century Great East window of York Minster to Alan Younger's 20th-century Rose window at St Albans Cathedral. Helen is the only contemporary artist featured!

To cast your vote please visit englishcathedrals.co.uk. Voting ends on 1st February!

11/12/2025

Worshipful Company of Glaziers Installation Dinner, 27 November 2025

Congratulations to Barley Studio Director Helen Whittaker MBE on her installation as Upper Warden of the Worshipful Company of Glaziers. Tim McNally CC was installed as Master Glazier, succeeding John Reyntiens MBE, and Hamish McArthur took over as Renter Warden.

The guest speaker was Alderman Gregory Jones KC, former Sheriff of the City of London. In honour of St Andrew's Day guests enjoyed Haggis, accompanied by a Piper, with a spirited rendition of Robert Burns' "Address to a Haggis" given by Past Master Alex Galloway CVO.

The Worshipful Company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass is one of the historic Livery Companies of the City of London, dating back to 1364. Based at Glaziers' Hall, London, the Glaziers welcome members with a wide range of backgrounds, including practising glass artists.

05/11/2025

Barley Studio stained glass conservation featured in The Times today, 5th November 2025

As our thoughts turn to Remembrance this weekend, our team are honoured to be working on this very special memorial window from St Lawrence's Church in York.
Designed by the Arts and Crafts artist Joan Fulleylove, the window commemorates Thomas Ableson Harpley, sometime Vicar of the Church, and his son Robert Ableson Harpley, who was killed in the Battle of the Somme in July 1916.
A towering 8.5m high, the window features scenes of York and Amiens flanking a standing soldier crowned with the stars of Heaven. Above, the Holy Grail is shown surrounded by saints kneeling in adoration.

🙏 Our work is generously supported by the War Memorials Trust.
With thanks to Times photographer James Glossop.

16/10/2025

Apprentice of the Year award

Congratulations to Barley Studio Site Supervisor apprentice Christopher Stevenson on being shortlisted for the Merchant Adventurers' York College & University Centre Apprentice of the Year award. Chris and Keith enjoyed a celebratory Afternoon Tea at the Merchant Adventurers' Hall.

Chris is pictured alongside fellow shortlisted finalists Freddie Carr (Carpentry & Joinery apprentice with ), Ben Statters (Painting & Decorating apprentice with ), Ryan Edwards (Painting & Decorating apprentice with ) and the first winner of the award, Alice Eaton (Stonemasonry apprentice with ). Congratulations to Alice, and thanks to York College and the Merchant Adventurers for supporting this award.

15/10/2025

Kemps presents: Illuminating Stained Glass Author Evening
Kemps Books, Malton, 7.30pm Wednesday 22nd October

Keith and Helen are delighted to be presenting their book 'Illuminating Stained Glass: Creativity, Conservation and Craft at Barley Studio' at an evening event hosted by Kemps Bookstore in Malton, North Yorkshire.

In their book, Helen and Keith delve into Barley Studio's conservation and restoration work, highlighting unique schemes from medieval windows at St Nicholas Church, Stanford-on-Avon, and St Mary's Church, Fairford. They also explore Helen's contemporary work, showcasing the techniques she employs to engage today's audience.

Places are limited in number and must be booked in advance.
Visit kempsgeneralstore/pages/events for more information and to book your place!

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Church Balk Dunnington
York
YO195LH

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+441904489093

Website

http://www.barleystudio.co.uk/

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