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title: cunningham-2024
date: 2026-07-25
status: published
year: 2024
category: Best Craftsmanship or Apprentice of a Heritage Rescue or Repair Project
tags: []
author: shortlisted
project: Plasterwork
angel: Bernard Cunningham
image: "/heritage_angels/shortlists/2024/cunningham.png"
video_link: "https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZFIJfzFjMkM"
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**Bernard Cunningham** undertook decorative fibrous plasterwork at the listed Fisherwick Farmhouse, former home of the Marquis of Donegall, c1790. The vaulted ceiling in the living room and the barrel ceiling in the dining room were repaired. Bernard has 36 years’ experience in his craft and is a member of Plaisterer’s Hall. He lectures widely, and is an assessor for Construction Industry Training Board.