Churches Conservation Trust

Churches Conservation Trust cares for over 350 historic buildings with world-class art, architecture and archaeology spanning 1,000 years of history.

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

The crypt underneath St. John on the Wall, Bristol, is a cultural hub, that often hosts innovative events like Tom & Ellen’s project “Dead Space Chamber Music”. Help us conserve this unique sanctuary by donating today: https://t.co/VrossrXpO7

#BristolHistory #BristolMusic

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

St. John’s is the only surviving church built into Bristol’s medieval city walls. In this video our Fundraising Manager, Suzanne, details the conservation works required to conserve it.

Help us put this plan into action by donating today: https://t.co/VrossrXpO7

#visitbristol

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

Our aim as a charity is always to keep historic churches alive and at the heart of communities. We are incredibly grateful to our brilliant volunteers for their dedication, ingenuity and perseverance in helping us achieve this goal.

#charity #VolunteerLife #historicchurches

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

The young participants of the CLIP Sound and Music Group at Sudbury Arts Centre, created beautiful music through a project titled: Silk Music “Weaving Music from Silk and Silk from Music,” exploring Sudbury’s heritage through music and textiles: https://t.co/TP3ghPsdr0
#community

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

#Volunteers at St. Andrew’s, Redbourne, Lincs, are breathing life back into a forgotten church. The group hold a monthly churchyard rake&bake, research the history of the church and record wildlife seen nearby. They provide activities for young visitors from art to Easter Trails.

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

Through the tireless work of volunteers at St. Edmund’s, Falinge, the church has become a vibrant, welcoming space that serves the wider Rochdale community. The church regularly hosts high‑quality musical performances and exhibitions.

#IconsOnAmmoBoxes #VolunteerLife

[St. Edmund’s Falinge 🇬🇧🇺🇦 @StEdmundsRoch]

#IconsOnAmmoBoxes #StEdmundsRoch

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

The 1719 Society has been the driving force behind the revival of community activity at Holy Trinity Sunderland following the end of a successful @HeritageFundUK project in March 2025.

#community #sunderland

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

Today, we are celebrating with our volunteers at our annual Volunteer Awards Evening, kindly sponsored by @MarshAwards . This celebration highlights our volunteers' hard work and achievements. We will share some of these throughout the evening.

#VolunteerLife #tourguide #church

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

Did you know, that CCT is supported by around 2000 volunteers? Our volunteers help keep historic churches alive by hosting events and fundraisers, opening and closing, performing visual inspections and much more.

#VolunteerLife #churches #history

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

Did you know there's a hidden medieval crypt just around the corner from famous St. Nick's Market in #Bristol? This treasure could be lost forever.
Help us conserve the crypt of St. John on the Wall by donating today to our “Secrets Under the City Appeal”: https://t.co/VrossrXXDF

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

Imagine carrying the weight of a city… This is the case for the 700-year-old Grade 1 listed church of St. John on the Wall, #Bristol. Without intervention, this special place could be lost.
Watch our documentary about Bristol’s hidden gem on YouTube now: https://t.co/sTVrVd5M8Q

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

We are celebrating heritage, history and community from 4th – 14th June! Wander into the wild at a rural church near you or travel back in time at your closest city church.
Find your perfect summer evening on our website: https://t.co/HH0uzANWBL

#summerevent #concerts #churches

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

Musicians Billy and Ben Maton (on YouTube as The Salisbury Organist) have visited St. Mary’s, Itchen Stoke in Hampshire. A church of breathtaking beauty, modelled on French cathedrals.
Listen to them bring St. Mary's to life through music: https://t.co/5EUui821fH

#churchmusic

[St. Edmund’s Falinge 🇬🇧🇺🇦 @StEdmundsRoch]

#IconsOnAmmoBoxes icons from #Ukraine Icons on Ammo Boxes #StEdmundsRoch 11th of May until the 29th of May Entry Free Donations Welcome 11am / 6pm

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

Thank you @bernarddonoghue for joining our trustees @Assembly_House Norwich.
Our annual trustee tour is a great opportunity for our trustees and stakeholders to visit key sites, meet our volunteers and hear more about our work.

#visitchurchesuk #VolunteerMonth #tourism

[Bernard Donoghue @bernarddonoghue]

Delighted to be a guest of @TheCCT trustees this evening at their stakeholder and supporter dinner in the fantastic setting of @Assembly_House Norwich. Great updates on their inspiring work and the huge contribution of their thousands of volunteers.

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

We're looking forward to welcoming artist & historian @TJGodden @ St. Petrock's for an inspiring talk.
Don't live near Parracombe? Find out what's on at a church near you via our website: https://t.co/kJEjEmcLs6

See Tim's art: https://t.co/aA6qXfNbwP

#freelectures #historytalks

[Tim Godden @TJGodden]

I’m delighted to be talking about the inspiration of old churches in the beautiful surroundings of @TheCCT St. Petrock’s Church as part of the Parracombe Arts and Literary Festival.

Admission is free, though donations to the CCT are welcome on the day. #art #architecture

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

We are pleased to announce that Liz Peace CBE has been reappointed by the King to continue her work as Chair of Trustees at CCT. Alongside Liz, Ms Sally Jane Watson, MA, and Mr Andrew Morgan, BEng, CEng, FIMechE, ChPP, FAPM are joining the board: https://t.co/HGMLvz5zaZ

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

Recently the stunningly painted church of St. John the Baptist, Inglesham, once saved by William Morris, was paid a special visit from Salisbury Organist, Ben Maton.

Watch Ben's video via this link: https://t.co/zlRI2BOUr5

#organist #churchmusic #williammorris

[Churches Conservation Trust @TheCCT]

Good luck to everyone taking part in the Brighton Marathon today!
Did you know that the route runs past two of our churches? Runners will pass St. Peter's, Preston Park after 1 mile (open 11-3) and St. Andrew's, Hove (closed) at 19 & 22 miles.

#BrightonMarathon #MarathonWeekend

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Thanks for the shout-out @ThamesPathNT

You can find out more about Morris' connection to Inglesham on our website: https://t.co/o66xFFriNy

#MorrisMonth #ArtHistory

[Thames Path National Trail @ThamesPathNT]

Celebrating the birthday today of William Morris whose home Kelmscott Manor near Lechlade was his 'Heaven on Earth'. He loved St John the Baptist church, Inglesham. Both Manor and church are on #ThamesPath National Trail. @TheCCT