Following storm damage 4 years ago, the PCC began investigating how best to restore the lovely Lychgate at St. Giles. Unfortunately the structure needs extensive repair (the result of many years 'wear & tear' as well as the storm), which will entail removing the roof, reinstating support beams and then replacing the timbers and slates. The stonework also requires masonry repairs, and the actual gates need a total overhaul.We have obtained Diocesan permission, but the quotations to do the work amount to about £30,000. So fundraising is now needed, as well as grant applications. We have several planned fundraising events - please see the 'Services and events' page - and help us if you can. Any donation will be very gratefully received. Please contact Pat Grimwood-Taylor pat@grimwood-taylor.com if you would like to help.
Due to the recent retirement of our organist, our lovely organ at St. Giles isn't being played. Whilst we don't have a choir, the congregation love music and singing, and it would be wonderful to have our organ played. EVEN OCCASIONALLY! Do you play the piano? Maybe you would like to play the organ? We hold services with hymns on 1st & 3rd Sundays each month. Weddings and other celebratory events also take place throughout the year, so there's plenty of opportunities. You don't need to be an expert... our pipe organ is not large, but it has a lovely tone. It's an ideal opportunity for someone who loves music but can't play at home or wants to practise and come back to a past hobby. Please use the 'Get in Touch' link to contact us for more information.
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