Friends of Sidmouth Parish Church
The Friends of Sidmouth Parish Church was formed in 1958.
President: The Rector of Sidmouth Parish Church
On 5th May 1958 a coffee party was given by Lady Olive Fleming at Church House (now Kennaway House) to launch The Friends of Sidmouth Parish Church, at which the aims of The Friends were explained, and members were enrolled. Lady Fleming served as Chairman of The Friends’ committee for twenty-two years.
As an organisation, The Friends’ purpose remains as it started: to stimulate the interest of all those who love the Parish Church, to welcome the stranger, and to care for the fabric and adornments of the Church. Moreover, we seek to bind together all who love the Parish Church and desire to play their part, however small, in preserving it for future generations.
The Friends of Sidmouth Parish Church is an independent registered charity (charity number 258735).
/ | The maintenance and care of an historic building (Victorian with a medieval tower) is a never-ending task and, since the start of 2020, The Friends have been pleased to donate a total of approximately £23,500 to the Parochial Church Council to support this work. This has included a contribution towards the costs of repairs to church windows, the purchase of a commercial dishwasher, paying for the renovation of the Lady Chapel wall, and a contribution towards the costs of repairs to the leadwork on the roof of the church. A commitment has been made to fund forthcoming work on the inside wall of the south chancel which is expected to cost in the region of £16,000. The committee is able to make these donations out of income raised from its regular activities, and a number of legacies and donations which have been received. |
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| The Annual Meeting is held in May and the Chairman’s
newsletter is circulated twice yearly. Regular events held during the year
include:
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To become a member of The Friends, please contact the
Chairman, Sue Byrd: email
peterandsuebyrd@hotmail.com |
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