As the final sections of scaffolding are removed and Manchester Town Hall’s iconic clock tower is revealed once again, John Sutch Cranes gets to work agains on one of the city’s most significant restoration projects.
From day one, John Sutch Cranes has been the trusted lifting partner on the refurbishment of this historic Grade I listed building, supporting the careful restoration of a landmark that sits at the very heart of Manchester.
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Working in a constrained city-centre environment and on a structure of immense heritage value, the project demanded precision planning, technical expertise and absolute reliability at every stage.
Throughout the programme, our team delivered complex lifts that required meticulous coordination with the wider project team, ensuring works progressed safely, efficiently and with full respect for the building’s historic fabric. Every lift was planned in detail, every challenge met head-on – right through to the final phase as the scaffolding came down and the Town Hall returned to public view.
Being involved in the restoration of Manchester Town Hall is a moment of real pride for everyone at John Sutch Cranes. It reflects not only our technical capability, but also our commitment to supporting Tier 1 contractors on complex, high-profile schemes where trust and delivery matter most.
Hayley Sutch, Designate Managing Director at John Sutch Cranes said:
“Manchester Town Hall is more than just a building, it’s a symbol of the city, its history and its future. We are proud to have a Manchester depot and to have been the lifting partner from the very start of this project through to its completion is something we’re incredibly proud of.
"This project showcases the best of John Sutch Cranes: detailed planning, expert execution and a team that consistently delivers when it matters most. Working on a landmark of this scale in the heart of Manchester is a real privilege, and it’s a moment that marks the end of an important chapter for both the building and our business.”
