Church Tower Repairs Set to Begin
After nearly five years of planning, consultation, surveys, and obtaining the necessary permissions and faculty approvals, I am delighted to report that work on the repair of the tower at All Saints’ Church will shortly be getting underway.
The church tower is an important landmark in our village and a treasured part of our local heritage. Over recent years, inspections have identified a number of repairs that are essential to ensure the long-term safety and preservation of the building. Bringing a project of this scale to fruition has involved considerable effort behind the scenes, and we are grateful to everyone who has supported us along the way.
Thanks to the generosity of parishioners, local residents, grant-making bodies, and fundraising events, we have already raised a substantial proportion of the funds needed. However, as many readers will appreciate, construction and specialist heritage repair costs have increased significantly since the original estimates were obtained several years ago. The latest quotations are considerably higher than those first received, creating a further funding challenge.
While we are pleased that the work can now proceed, we still need to raise additional funds to meet the increased cost and we will shortly be launching a new appeal for this purpose. Any support, whether through donations, fundraising ideas, or simply helping to spread the word, will be greatly appreciated.
We look forward to seeing the tower restored and preserved for future generations, and we will keep Village Views readers updated as the project progresses.
Churchwarden, All Saints’ Church