A visit from a lighting engineer allowed us to move closer to understanding the potential that a new lighting scheme could unlock. St John's present scheme is old, complex,energy wasteful and unable to make the most of the interior of the Church. So much is of interest and significance. However exquisite details are often missed by the viewer as they remain in shadow or semi-darkness.

The demonstration clearly showed that a new scheme could illuminate every detail. A great example being the way the Chancel roof came alive with all the details of the Angels and the patterning of the paint work becoming much more visible. This even before the roof is cleaned.

Although still to be decided on, it was obvious that a new scheme offers great possibilities. A way to be far more energy efficient, but also as a way to bring alive and enhance the beauty of the church.