Roof Repairs have started at St Mary’s – Autumn 2025
As many of you will have seen, scaffolding has been erected around St Mary’s Church, Micheldever. We would like to tell you what is happening….. The roof of the chancel (built circa 1880) is covered in very large format slates which are beautiful, but extremely uneven. A recent survey showed that some of the slates have slipped out of line, probably due to the sheer weight of the individual slates. A closer inspection with a roofing specialist revealed that the wooden battens
“Tea for a Cause” in aid of St Mary’s Roof Fund
The second "Tea for a Cause" of 2025 is taking place this Saturday in the Northbrook Hall at 2pm. Everyone welcome. This tea party is in aid of St Mary's Church and The Northbrook Hall. There will be a raffle and lots of tea and cakes. Everyone welcome as well as furry friends. .
Mission Christmas
For the second year St Mary's, Micheldever is supporting the "Mission Christmas 2025" Cash for Kids appeal. For those who aren’t familiar with the charity, it is a fundraising drive organised by Hits Radio, asking for donations of both cash and gifts that can then be redistributed by ‘Santa’ to those children who are really in need. Misson Christmas is asking for donations of new and unwrapped presents suitable for children. The gifts do not need to be big, expensive or fancy, but
St Mary’s organ still needs your support!
Music in churches is synonymous with organs. It is their unique sound and volume which makes them such special musical instruments; it is impossible to imagine a church service without an organ. The organ is a living, breathing machine and, as with any musical instrument, organs need to be cared for. Over time parts wear out, leather perishes, dust accumulates, and the organ begins to suffer from excessive wind noise and becomes more difficult to play. The time has come to give
Scaffolding at St Mary’s Church Autumn 2025
What is happening at St Mary’s this Autumn? St Mary’s is undergoing urgent roof repairs due to slipping slates and failing fixings. Scaffolding will be erected around St Mary’s in late October for essential roof repairs. Repairs are expected to last about a month. The repairs involve removing slates, fitting new battens, re-laying slates, and adding insulation to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprint. The total cost of the repairs is £43,000; fundraising efforts are ongoing, and donations are requested from the
