Care of Church Buildings and Churchyards
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A faculty is required for most repairs, maintenance and changes to a church building or its contents. You should always check before carrying out works whether a faculty is required as it is a legal requirement and works should not be undertaken before a f
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Chancel Repair Liability (CRL) is a long-standing and legally enforceable liability to repair (or to contribute to the cost of repair) of the chancel (usually the easternmost part) of a parish church.
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Tips to schedule and carry out maintenance for your church building.
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Presentations on different ways of heating your church, from a Diocesan heating seminar held in 2023.
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Find out about guidance and regulations regarding planting and works to trees.
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Good community engagement and consultation can be the key to success in any project.
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Advice on consulting Historic England when making alterations to your church.
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Advice and guidance on how to care for your church floor by laying the right carpet.
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General Advice - useful links and resources for the care of church buildings and churchyards.
