Caring for 1,000 years of English history

Conserving exceptional churches

Looking through the window from St Barbara's church, HacebyAll of our churches are listed, mostly Grade I, and some are Scheduled Ancient Monuments. They are worthy of preservation for a wide variety of reasons, all linked to their historic, architectural or cultural significance.

We carry out an extensive conservation programme of repair and maintenance. Our priority is to keep our churches structurally sound, weathertight and well presented for visitors.

Our work supports annually over 45 local craft and related skills jobs and enables 3,500 volunteers to play a critical part in safeguarding these ancient buildings.

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Photo of the month

St Barbara's Church, Haceby
The Graffitti surrounding this Norman window indicate how many people over hundreds of years have peered out, in the depths of winter, dreaming of Spring.  
 

Approach

Close up of the porch beam and roof at All Saints church, Little WenhamOur approach to caring for this wonderful collection of historic churches is guided by some simple, yet effective, principles that have stood the test of time.

 

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Current projects

Two men replacing conserved stained glass at All Souls Church, Hayley HillWe carry out between 40 and 80 repair projects every year and you can now keep up-to-date by following our work in progress.



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Training & education

Lady conserving pulpit of All Saint's Church, CambridgeWe have made a commitment to not only conserve our churches, but to use them to provide opportunities for a range of skills training.



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Skills & craftsmanship

Preparing an internal wall for plasteringWe are committed and enthusiastic about encouraging the growth of traditional crafts. Here, we have outlined the different heritage crafts.

 

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