A STONE survey has been carried out at Tredegar House which has seen a number of iconic statues removed.

With just one month left of repairs on the Tredegar House roof, focus has now turned to some of the fixtures adorning the 18 windows and façades.

As part of the roof repairs a series of surveys were carried out - with a paint and stone analysis being the most recent.

The survey found that the bath stone and cement decorative features had deteriorated over time due to exposure to sulphur dioxide gas and rain.

A shield and griffin statues were later taken away for “significant” repair.

Each decorative feature has been given its own individual report detailing its condition and treatment priority rating.

Sarah Parr, project manager at the National Trust, said: “Our first stone survey has given us an extremely detailed insight into the condition of the beautiful features that decorate the mansion house and we have found that the extent of repairs varies from piece to piece.

“We have had one of the shields and one of the griffins taken away for repair with further features expected to be in need of significant repairs in the future while other areas can just be treated. This week we will agree what repairs can be squeezed in over the next few weeks while we have some access to the stonework. These will be done on a needs basis with those features in most need of repair taking priority.

“It’s been great for us to remain open throughout this year of repairs and the daily Scaffold Climbs are a great opportunity for visitors to take a closer look at the conservation the National Trust is doing to take care of this 17th-century family home.”