An Artisan's Journey: From Punk to Preservation with Ted Edley

I'm thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented craftsman, Matthew Edley, known as Ted. Sitting down at Highclere Castle, we delve into Ted's journey from a punk rocker with a distinct red Mohican to a renowned metalwork master. We talk about his meticulous work repairing and conserving the castle’s historical candelabra and lamps, including converting them from candlelight to electric while maintaining their historical integrity. Ted also shares his experiences as a part of the TV series 'The Restorers,' where he showcases the art of craftsmanship and restoration. We discuss the importance of using traditional techniques and materials to preserve history and how these skills are transferred across various trades. Join us as we celebrate the blend of modern restoration with historical preservation at Highclere Castle. 00:43 Ted's Craftsmanship and Metalworking 01:20 Challenges of Restoring Highclere Castle 03:17 Conservation vs. Restoration 07:44 Ted's Television Career 09:11 The Art of Traditional Techniques 11:52 Future Projects and Collaborations 14:53 Reflections on Highclere Castle You can hear more episodes of Lady Carnarvon's Official Podcasts at New episodes are published on the first day of every month.

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An Artisan's Journey: From Punk to Preservation with Ted Edley is an episode from Lady Carnarvon's Official Podcast by Highclere Media.

This episode is 18:14 long.

This episode was published on May 31, 2025.

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