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Canterbury Cathedral Trust is a separate charity, established in 1974 to raise income in support of the Cathedral’s major projects. Since then, it has raised millions of pounds for conservation, craftsmanship, music and education.
Through various major fundraising appeals over the past 5 decades, the Cathedral Trust has helped Canterbury Cathedral to survive and thrive. Overseen by a dedicated Board of Trustees, the Trust raises funds from charitable trusts and foundations, and individuals, and passes that money to Chapter for strategically important projects.
The Patron of the Cathedral Trust is His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent KG GCMG GCVO.
Its Registered Charity Number is 1112590.
The Cathedral Trust celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2024.
Our last major project was the Canterbury Journey
The Cathedral Trust raised over £11m from generous donors which facilitated match-funding of £14m from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, and investment of £8m from Chapter to provide:
- A new Visitor Welcome Centre
- Restoration works on the Nave Roof and Ceiling, stained glass and Christ Church Gate
- Exhibition spaces in the Crypt, Water Tower and Viewing Gallery
- Landscaping in the Cathedral Precincts
- Community and education activities.
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Thank you...
£992k
From Historic England’s Major Works Fund for essential conservation works on the Trinity Chapel Roof and West Towers during the Covid pandemic.
£2.5m
From the Culture Recovery Fund towards core costs during the Covid pandemic
£4m
From donors (including through our Adopt-a-Stop! Appeal) to fund the installation of the new Grand Organ
£2.3m
From donors for the conservation and rebuilding of the Great South Window (2009-2016)
£3.7m
From donors for repairs to other fabric on the Cathedral
£3.5m
From donors to support the Music Department, including the founding of the Girls’ Choir in 2014
Our sincere thanks go to everyone who has supported the Cathedral Trust with generous gifts and grants.
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