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Grant for Workington church after masonry chunks fell from tower

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The tower of St John's Church in Workington. The tower sits centre against a backdrop of a bright blue sky. There is lots of scaffolding completely surrounding the tower, where a construction worker wearing a fluorescent jacket walks on the floor.

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St John's Church in Workington receives government funding for tower repairs

Overview

St John's Church in Workington has secured £708,310 in government funding from the Places of Worship Renewal Fund to address major structural issues after large pieces of masonry fell from its tower. The grant, combined with the church's savings, will cover essential repairs and remove the financial burden of maintaining protective scaffolding, allowing volunteers to refocus on community activities.

Key points

  • St John's Church in Workington received £708,310 in government funding after masonry chunks fell from its tower.
  • Protective scaffolding cost the financially struggling church £2,000 a month and diverted volunteers away from charitable work.
  • The grant is part of a £18m scheme awarded to 51 places of worship across England, administered by Historic England.
  • Repairs are expected to be completed by the middle of 2027.
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