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Team with a head for heights keeps cathedral safe from lightning

Pierwola, who has been a qualified steeplejack for seven years, says his competitive streak is partly what attracted him to such a challenging job, and the views make it even more worth it.

“I love to climb up the highest things in England. The view from the top is amazing – you can just look around and just enjoy it,” he says.

The pair work on cathedrals, churches and abbeys across the country.

Fillery, 35, says: “It’s awesome. You get to see behind the scenes of some of the most historic and incredible buildings ever built.

“I love that it’s different every day. I love that it’s got a bit of exercise to it, [going] up and down stairs and up and down ladders.

“When you look out, you see a view that most people don’t get to see.”

The peregrine falcons occasionally keep Fillery and Pierwola company.

“You see them chasing pigeons every now and then,” Fillery says.


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