Our plan for The Meeting Place
Phase 1
2026-2027
Purchase the building
Carry out essential repairs
Continue existing use by local community
Establish a parish office
Establish Orthodox worship with our existing church furniture and iconography
Phase 2
2028
Develop the church for Orthodox worship
Carry out further repairs
Remove pews and replace the heating system
Replace the sloping floor with a flat suspended timber floor
Remove the organ
Install ramps and steps
Establish a lending library
Phase 3
2029 and beyond
Further development of both the hall and church
Fresco part of the church
Redecoration and development of hall
Expand local partnerships
Increase cultural events
Build the Meeting Place’s reputation
Fundraising target for Phases 1 and 2:
£870,000
Funds secured by August 2026:
£180,000
Every donation brings us one step closer.