Restoring Bulford’s St George’s Church: Preserving Heritage at the Heart of the Military Community

ADSL is pleased to announce the successful completion of a major refurbishment and lifecycle upgrade at St George’s Church, a Grade II listed landmark located adjacent to Bulford Camp. The church foundation stone was laid on 13 October 1920 by Field Marshall Lord Methuen and was finally completed in 1927. With several impressive stained-glass windows and WW1 memorials, the Church has provided Bulford Camp’s main place of worship for nearly 100 years. This refurbishment was delivered between March 2025 and February 2026 and carefully balanced the preservation of historic character with the creation of a safe, reliable and welcoming environment for the local and military community it serves. 

Set within a live operational setting, the project required close coordination and careful planning to ensure works progressed without disruption to nearby military activities. From the outset, the focus was on protecting the church’s heritage while delivering lasting improvements that will support its continued use for many years to come. 

The programme of improvements was designed to protect the building and enhance how it functions day to day. Roofs were replaced and repaired to prevent leaks and improve weather protection, helping safeguard the church for the long term. Delicate restoration work to stained-glass windows and stonework preserved the building’s historic features, while internal wooden flooring was refreshed to improve durability without losing its original character. 

Behind the scenes, significant upgrades improved comfort and safety throughout the church. Heating systems were renewed to ensure more reliable warmth, electrical supplies were updated, and lighting was enhanced both inside and outside the building. Fire detection and alarm systems were also replaced, providing added reassurance to all who use the space. All systems were thoroughly tested to ensure the church now operates safely and efficiently, in line with modern standards, while remaining true to its historic setting. 

Beyond the physical improvements, the project’s impact is felt most strongly in the community it serves. St George’s Church continues to play an important role as a place of worship, reflection and connection for the local community, serving personnel, military families and veterans. By investing in its future, the project supports wellbeing and continuity for the wider Bulford community. 

Delivered in collaboration with Concept Building Services (Southern) Ltd, Kingsley Roofing, Keltbray, Aaron Evans Architects Ltd, BJP Consulting Engineers and Abbey Scaffolding, the project also marks a significant milestone as the first large development of this scale delivered end to end by the Tidworth and Bulford Capital Projects Team. 

With St George’s Church now restored and future‑proofed, ADSL remains committed to delivering projects that protect heritage and support military life.