In safe hands: moving the medieval archive of Durham Cathedral

A large-scale, collaborative project successfully relocated Durham Cathedral's medieval archive while prioritizing preservation and addressing unique challenges. The initiative involved rigorous testing of packaging for shock absorption to mitigate transport turbulence and implemented weather-related mitigations. Beyond the move, it also enabled a comprehensive stock check and significantly improved the packaging of thousands of vulnerable items. This interdisciplinary effort showcased innovative, sustainable approaches that enhanced project efficiency. The study highlights the importance of preservation in large-scale archive relocations and offers practical solutions for similar projects.

King, T., Brew, K., Cullingford, A., Fulton, J., Gray, A., & Morse, I. (2025). In safe hands: moving the medieval archive of Durham Cathedral. Archives and Records, 46(3), 191–212. https://doi.org/10.1080/23257962.2025.2600278