33 churches saved for the future by our latest grants
Thirty-three churches across the UK will stay open and in good repair thanks to £473,750 of funding awarded by the National Churches Trust in our latest round of grants.
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.
‘Treasure Ireland’ grant increase means more places of worship in Northern Ireland will be supported
Find out how a project in Northern Ireland is helping to keep churches in good repair and open for all and what its grant increase means for the nation.
Sir Philip Rutnam speaks out on UK’s biggest heritage crisis
With the future of a growing number of churches at risk, Sir Philip Rutnam, Chair of the National Churches Trust, has been speaking out on the importance of protecting this amazing heritage.
Are church buildings still inspiring people to create?
Churches have inspired artists throughout history. But are they still moving people to create works of art today?
Summer reads: our nine picks for church-lovers
Reading is a great way to unwind in the summer. Here are our picks of the best recent releases that any church-lover is sure to enjoy.
Statement on our Vice President
The National Churches Trust responds to news about one of our Vice Presidents.
How dry rot almost shut down a thriving church
Dry rot is a disaster for church buildings, as it can cause them to collapse. Find out how a thriving church in Northern Ireland faced up to the problem.
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.
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.
Introducing 'For Churches' – our new strategy
'For Churches', our new strategy, is an ambitious plan setting out the ways in which we will support churches across the UK for the next three years.
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.