Latest news

The latest news about church heritage including how to save it, things to look out for and interesting places to visit. You'll also find stories from churches, chapels and meeting houses from across the UK sharing about the wonderful ways they are keeping their buildings open and in use.

A portrait of HM King Charles III
Hugo Burnand & The Royal Family

King Charles III becomes Patron of the National Churches Trust

We are delighted to confirm that His Majesty King Charles III has accepted Patronage of the National Churches Trust. This follows on from the late Queen Elizabeth II, who served as Patron of the National Churches Trust from 1953 until 2022.

An aerial view of Claypole St Peter Church
James MacDonald

40 churches saved in time for Christmas by our grants

Forty historic UK churches and chapels have been saved for the future thanks to £496,625 of funding awarded and recommended by the National Churches Trust in this latest round of grants.

St Mark's Hamilton Terrace
(c) Andy Scott Wikipicture

Fire at St Mark's church

A fire has severely damaged a Grade II* Listed church in St John's Wood, London.

St Macartan Augher

National Church Awards

The winners of the 2022 National Church Awards have been announced.