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Welcome to the Friends of Friendless Churches

We rescue and protect historic places of worship in England and Wales

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A Victorian Revival

Two remarkable churches in England and Wales are at risk of being lost forever. Join our match funding campaign and every £ you give will be matched.

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News & Events

Church Crawling

Our Director, Rachel's first book was published in early September. Read more about the book and her upcoming events

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Heritage Open Days and Drysau Agored (Open Doors) at our sites 

This September, we're delighted to be taking part in Heritage Open Days across England and Drysau Agored (Open Doors) in Wales.

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Repairing Lightcliffe Tower

As our 70th anniversary in 2027 approaches, it was time to give our very first vesting some attention. Find out more about our work at Old St Matthew's.

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Stories from our churches

An Absurd Situation

Published: 13/11/2025

Comparing VAT on demolition and repairs reveals a startling, undeniable truth about the UK Government's values
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The gravestone that moved: solving the mystery of James Water

Join Gwen Awbery and Madeleine Gray as they research James Water's gravestone at St Cadoc's church in Monmouthshire.
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Building Craft Programme Trainee at Kenderchurch

Published: 16/02/2026

As the Building Craft Programme Trainee, Daryl Haines joined the team at Kenderchurch, read about his experience of learning traditional conservation skills.
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Friends of Friendless Churches

Donate

We’re an independent charity and receive no government funding in England, and a modest grant in Wales. With your support, we can continue to save vulnerable churches.
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Leave a legacy

If you have a passion for historic churches, please consider leaving the Friends of Friendless Churches a gift in your Will. Your generous bequest will help protect our heritage for future generations.
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Do you live near one of our churches and would like to give us some hands-on help? Or would you like to support us with some volunteer work from home? Please get in touch if you would like to get involved.
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