How a book of watercolour paintings can help to save UK churches
An invitation to discover the beauty of local churches so that they do not go the way of medieval castles and become empty ruins.
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Read our latest blogs and stories of churches we have helped and the people who help look after churches to keep them open, in good repair and being used for the benefit of local communities.
Heritage crafts are in danger of extinction
This year’s Red List of Endangered Crafts highlights why traditional crafts – and craftspeople – need our support more than ever.
Seven ways you can help your local church by volunteering
If you’re looking for a place to meet new people, get plugged into your local community and boost your mental health, as well as support a vital cause, then look no further. Here are different ways you can get involved by volunteering with your local church today.
Kingston All Saints - A church fit for a King
In the week of the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III, we're taking a look at the church associated with the crownings of a number of Saxon kings.
Universal Stone Ltd
Since 1939, Universal Stone Ltd has been delivering specialised multi-disciplined construction and restoration projects across various sectors in the UK.
British Royal Tombs
A history of British Royal Tombs by Aidan Dodson, Honorary Professor of Egyptology at the University of Bristol,
What happens if a church has to close?
The National Churches Trust is dedicated to supporting churches so that they can stay open as places of worship. Sometimes, however, churches do have to close.
Grant of the Month: St Mary, Badby
One of the main ways we help keep the UK’s churches open and in use is through our grant awards. Last year we gave £5.1 million of funding for vital church repairs, maintenance, and new facilities.
Grant of the Month: Holy Trinity, Norton Juxta Twycross
In a new feature, we take a closer look at how our funding is making a difference to churches and the people who use them. This week it's Holy Trinity church in the Leicestershire village of Norton Juxta Twycross.
Stained Glass for the 21st Century
Sarah Galloway is a contemporary artist specialising in architectural glass.
Churches are our living heritage
Nigel Walter, Director of Archangel Architects and Trustee of the National Churches Trust, spoke about his 'narrative approach' developed to address the nature and challenges of living religious heritage at an online masterclass for the Future for Religious Heritage (FRH), a not-for-profit organisation of charities and conservation professionals working to protect religious heritage buildings across Europe.