Evaluation of the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme
First published on: 6th March 2025We need as many churches as possible to participate, no matter how modest the claim to the LPWGS might have been.
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Applications invited for 5 million pound (GBP) conservation fund for churches
First published on: 7th February 2025Applications for grants to fund the conservation of special objects such as stained glass, paintings, bells, organs and clocks in churches are open from today as part of an expanded 5 million pound (GBP) scheme administered by the Church of England.
Leading your Church into Growth - for 2025 and beyond
First published on: 27th January 2025There's still time for you to join our Leading your Church into Growth (LyCiG) conference for 2025.
Support for Charity Trustees
First published on: 8th January 2025Whether you’re a new or experienced trustee, these 5-minute guides will help you increase your knowledge and understanding so that you can fulfil your trustee role with confidence.
National Burial Ground Survey
First published on: 19th April 2024Here's a full progress report on the National Burial Ground Survey (NBGS) project within the Diocese of Ely.
National Lottery Heritage Fund Supports Heritage in Need
First published on: 11th March 2024Since 2017 the National Lottery Heritage Fund (formerly called the Heritage Lottery Fund) has gone through numerous changes. Holly Robinson, our Historic Church Buildings Support Officer, is running two Zoom sessions to discuss the changes in more detail.
Church Heritage Diocesan Newsletter - March 2024
First published on: 29th February 2024We're delighted to release the latest Church Heritage Diocesan Newsletter.
The Church Times Green Church Awards
First published on: 10th October 2023The Church Times Green Church Awards have two objectives: to celebrate the remarkable efforts made in recent years by individuals and congregations to offset the damage being done to the earth, and to set good examples before others who might be inspired to follow suit.
A Quick Guide to Looking after Church Buildings
First published on: 9th October 2023Looking after church buildings is a team effort and often involves far more than people expect.
The National Burial Ground Survey Project
First published on: 9th February 2023Three virtual Information Webinars to launch the project are being held Thursday 30th March at 10am, 2pm and 7pm. Click here to find out more about book your place.
Break-ins at churches
First published on: 22nd November 2022Since 1 September there have been six reported break-ins at churches in the Diocese of Ely. This news item hopes to help you prepare and prevent the same happening to your church.
Church Heritage Diocesan Newsletter - September 2022
First published on: 1st September 2022We're delighted to release the latest Church Heritage Diocesan Newsletter.
How Village Churches Thrive - A Practical Guide
First published on: 18th August 2022A new guide published by Church House seeks to “fly the flag for rural churches” and their central role in local communities.
Theft From Places of Worship
First published on: 18th August 2022During the summer months, theft from church roofs can often increase because with the lack of rain, damage can sometimes take longer to notice.
The Future of Heating in Historic Buildings
First published on: 18th August 2022Organisations and individuals charged with managing historic buildings face a significant challenge. Find out more about the Future of Heating in Historic Buildings here.
The Church Buildings Team
First published on: 7th July 2022Who to contact – an update
Diocese of Ely Churchyards Training Day
First published on: 3rd December 2021The day, held on 20th November 2021, brought together a wide range of expertise to help churches to understand the rules governing the management of churchyards, and also the increasingly important roles churchyards play in environmental sustainability.
CCT launches "Netflix for people who love churches"
First published on: 25th November 2021The Churches Conservation Trust is launching CCTdigital.com, a new online streaming platform where people will be able to access films about church heritage, whilst helping to care for the nation's historic churches in the process.
Churchwardens National Facebook Group
First published on: 20th July 2021Did you know there is a national Churchwardens Facebook group, set-up for Church of England Churchwardens and run by Churchwardens.
Archdeacons' Visitation News 2021
First published on: 10th June 2021The latest Archdeacons' Visitation News - Issue 16, Summer 2021 - is now available.
