Prominent Leeds church named in £32,000 funding scheme for vital windows and roof repairs

By Alex Grant
Published 13th May 2022, 11:45 BST
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A prominent Leeds church is celebrating after being named among six awarded over £32,000 from the Yorkshire Historic Churches Trust (YHCT).

Six churches from across Yorkshire were named, including £7,000 to St Mary the Virgin in Woodkirk towards window repairs and £1,500 to Holy Rosary Catholic church in Chapeltown, towards roof repairs.

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The future of many churches is under threat due to crumbling roofs, windows and stonework.

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St Mary the Virgin in Woodkirk dates from around 1100, with the original tower still in place.St Mary the Virgin in Woodkirk dates from around 1100, with the original tower still in place.
St Mary the Virgin in Woodkirk dates from around 1100, with the original tower still in place.

The YHCT works to ensure these places of worship are kept in good repair, recognising the contribution they make to society at large and the support they provide to local communities.

The funding provides a vital lifeli