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Doreen Hewitson
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Restoration

The church was built in 1868 and later extended more than once. The tower was added in 1906 completing the building we see today.

Some 15 years ago it was realised that a major renovation would be required and a very comprehensive survey was carried out to identify the most troublesome faults and to prioritise the order in which repairs should be carried out.

The roof and the central lead gutter were the main concern.

Little could be done at that time except to make the ceiling safe with netting to prevent plaster from falling on our heads. Unfortunately the resources needed for the works were not available and also in the following years the requirement to replace the heating system soaked up all the funds we had. In fact the heating replacement required a special appeal which was successful.

It was soon realised that if these key works were to be completed there would need to be a very different approach as the cost was far beyond the congregation.

After raising the profile of the church's plight with outside funding bodies whilst also tapping into Heritage Lottery funding several large grants were obtained and these, added to the continuing fundraising results, finally totalled sufficient for phase 1 of the roof replacement. This is only the first of 4 phases but the most important.

An application has already been made to English Heritage for funding of Phase 2.

And if the roof is not enough of a problem, the stonework will also need a great deal of work in the years to come!

If you have a connection with the church and feel you would like to help us complete the work by making a donation please contact the clergy.