We at LA Alarms are delighted to announce the successful completion of a new intruder-alarm system at Llandaff Cathedral in Cardiff.
Why this project mattered
Llandaff Cathedral stands on one of Britain’s oldest Christian sites, with a history going back to the 6th century and a building whose present fabric dates from the Norman period around 1120.
Within its rich heritage it houses many precious artworks — including the celebrated triptych Seed of David by Dante Gabriel Rossetti.
Because of this high-value environment — both in terms of heritage fabric and priceless art — the cathedral’s insurers and the cathedral’s own leadership selected LA Alarms based on our proven expertise in protecting high-value and sensitive locations.
What we delivered
- A fully bespoke intruder-alarm system tailored for the complex historic structure and sensitive internal spaces.
- Strategic placement of sensors, detectors and control units so as to protect the Rossetti triptych and other valuable items, while respecting the architecture’s integrity.
- Integration with the insurer’s requirements for heritage-grade monitoring and rapid response.
- Minimal disruption to regular worship, visitors and heritage conservation activities — a priority for the cathedral team.
- Full commissioning and hand-over, including training for cathedral staff in operating and testing the system.
Why LA Alarms was chosen
- Our track-record in high-value environments — particularly heritage, museum, gallery and ecclesiastical sites — set us apart.
- We understand the dual challenge of security and conservation: protecting priceless items without compromising the aesthetics or structure of a historic building.
- We work closely with insurers to ensure systems meet their criteria for risk-reduction.
- We deliver a client-centred service: clear communication, flexibility and respect for the client’s daily operations.
The impact
Thanks to the new system:
- The Rossetti triptych and other irreplaceable artworks now benefit from continuous, professionally monitored protection.
- The cathedral’s overall security posture is strengthened, reducing risk of intrusion, theft or damage.
- The cathedral leadership and insurers can take assurance from a modern, bespoke solution created for this unique building.
The Rossetti triptych
Thank you
Our thanks go to the cathedral’s Chapter, management and insurance partner for their cooperation and trust in our team. We also thank the preservation-and-construction specialists at the cathedral who worked with us to ensure minimal impact on the fabric and atmosphere of the building.
If you would like to discuss similar high-value security installations in heritage or sensitive sites — whether churches, galleries or historic institutions — please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us:
Website: www.laalarms.co.uk
Telephone: 01792 642268
We look forward to working with you and protecting what matters most.
— LA Alarms
