Your friends are fundraising. Don't miss out, opt in.

We did it!

Breedon Church Fundraising Team raised £2,390 from 23 supporters

or

Start your own crowdfunding page

Closed 27/06/2017

0%
£2,390
raised of £10,000 target by 23 supporters

    Weʼve raised £2,390 to pay for urgent repairs to the ancient St. Mary & St. Hardulph Church in Breedon on the Hill.

    Breedon on the Hill, United Kingdom
    Funded on Tuesday, 27th June 2017

    Don't have time to donate right now?

    Story

    St. Mary & St. Hardulph Church

    There has been a place of worship in Breedon since about 676AD. Although the original priory buildings are long gone the renowned Anglo-Saxon carvings have been incorporated into the 'new' building which was built around the 12th century with other parts of the church added over the following couple of centuries.

    The pews date from around 1850 and the East Window was made around 1900.

    The present building is 'Grade 1 Listed' so all repairs etc are carefully monitored and have to be approved.

    Quinquennial

    Every 5 years all churches are subjected to a thorough survey by an Architect who examines the structure, monuments, belfry, graveyard etc and produces a report outlining what condition the church is in and what remedial work needs to be carried out over the next 5 years. The report estimates the cost of each repair and the urgency of the work.

    Last year we had our quinquennial and alas it was not all good news!

    Whilst the building appears fine on the outside and also in the public areas, closer inspection reveals remedial work is required especially in the tower...don’t worry it isn’t going to collapse yet so you are safe for the time being.

    What work needs to be done?

    Over the centuries the sandstone in various locations has eroded away and some of the timber in the tower is showing signs of age and needs attention.

    Unfortunately, we can’t just fill the holes with rubble and cement as they did in the past, the stonework will require the attention of specialist stonemasons.

    The total cost of repairs are estimated to be in the region of £130,000.

    So what are we doing about it?

    Well, we do have some funds available but not enough to cover the cost of all the repairs.

    As the building and contents are historically important we are seeking to raise funds through the Heritage Lottery Fund, Crowdfunding and other fund raising avenues as well as some fund raising events.

    Updates

    7

    • Breedon Church Fundraising Team7 years ago
      Breedon Church Fundraising Team

      Breedon Church Fundraising Team

      7 years ago

      April/s Village Voice Hopefully, our plight will reach a few more willing donators !

      Update from the Page owner

      Share this update to help us raise more

    • Breedon Church Fundraising Team7 years ago
      Breedon Church Fundraising Team

      Breedon Church Fundraising Team

      7 years ago

      We've been fundraising now for a few weeks and things are going well. We have posters up on all the noticeboards locally as well as the local pubs. Breedon Quarry have very kindly agreed to donate the very generous sum of £5000 to the campaign. Unfortunately at this stage we cannot update our online total although this is something Justgiving are hoping to change in the near future. Many thanks to all who have donated so far - with just under 100 days to go before the campaign deadline, I am sure we will increase our total significantly

      Share this update to help us raise more

    • Breedon Church Fundraising Team7 years ago
      Breedon Church Fundraising Team

      Breedon Church Fundraising Team

      7 years ago

      Coming to a Noticeboard near you soon.....

      Update from the Page owner

      Share this update to help us raise more

    7 years ago

    Breedon Church Fundraising Team started crowdfunding

    Leave a message of support

    Page last updated on: 5/30/2017 21.57

    Supporters

    23

    • Anonymous

      Anonymous

      May 30, 2017

      Chairs instead of pews would allow the building to be used in a much more flexible way and not just for church services ?

      £30.00

    • Claire & Alan Brown

      Claire & Alan Brown

      May 30, 2017

      Good luck with fundraising for our beautiful church which always brings a smile to our faces when driving home towards Breedon.

      £50.00

    • Benjamin Davies

      Benjamin Davies

      May 13, 2017

      £250.00

    • Anonymous

      Anonymous

      May 11, 2017

      A beautiful church that has been part of my life from my primary school plays, through to my wedding and now the school plays of my children.

      £50.00

    • John Shields

      John Shields

      Apr 16, 2017

      Happy Easter Sunday!

      £500.00

    • Simon Jones

      Simon Jones

      Apr 11, 2017

      Nearly there with a little help from our friends we will make it!

      £50.00

    • Tina & Steve Lacey

      Tina & Steve Lacey

      Apr 10, 2017

      We had the pleasure of getting married in this beautiful church in 2006 and would like the community to continue to enjoy this iconic landmark.

      £200.00

    What is crowdfunding?

    Crowdfunding is a new type of fundraising where you can raise funds for your own personal cause, even if you're not a registered charity.

    The page owner is responsible for the distribution of funds raised.

    Great people make things happen

    Do you know anyone in need or maybe want to help a local community cause?

    Create you own page and donʼt let that cause go unfunded!

    About Crowdfunding
    About the fundraiser
    Breedon Church Fundraising Team

    Breedon Church Fundraising Team

    Breedon on the Hill, United Kingdom

    This church is not just important to the villagers of Breedon on the Hill, it is important to us all. Reverend Mary Gregory has tasked local residents to help raise funds for urgent repairs to be undertaken. We hope that you will be able to support our Crowdfunding campaign

    Report this Page