We are excited to announce the beginning of the St. John’s Church Phased Restoration Project, a long-term effort to preserve and restore our church building for generations to come. This summer, we kick off with Phase 1: replacing the aging roof, a crucial first step in safeguarding the building from weather damage and ensuring its structural integrity. Over the coming years, each phase of restoration will focus on preserving the church's rich history while addressing modern needs. From revitalizing the interior to restoring architectural details and enhancing accessibility, this project will strengthen its role as a place of community and worship. We invite you to join us on this journey, as community support is vital to make this vision a reality

This huge restoration project will involve replacing approximately 15,000 tiles, with total roof works costing £350,000. You can be part of preserving this much-loved place by sponsoring a slate. Your gift will directly support the restoration, helping to safeguard the church from further weather damage and ensuring it remains a place of worship, welcome and community life for years to come. Every sponsored slate brings us one step closer to a secure and lasting asset for the town.

Every sponsorship, large or small, will go directly towards the restoration work and help secure the future of our church as a place of worship and community.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

All names and messages will be carefully written on a slate and also recorded in a commemorative book, which will be kept in the church for years to come as a lasting record of your support.

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If you choose to sponsor a slate with a name or personal message, please make your donation first. After your donation has been completed, email [email protected] with the name or wording you would like recorded on the slate.

Please include your full name and donation details in your email so we can match your message to your sponsorship.