Romney Marsh Historic Churches Trust

The Trust focuses exclusively on heritage conservation, funding capital works to historic church buildings. Supported projects include structural repairs, roof restoration, window conservation, and other fabric improvements. These works ensure the long-term preservation of the churches for community and spiritual use. The Trust's geographic focus is the Romney Marsh region, covering churches in Kent and East Guldeford, Sussex. They prioritise the maintenance and repair of these unique architectural assets, blending physical conservation with the safeguarding of cultural heritage. Their funding directly benefits the general public by keeping these landmarks accessible.

Only Christian churches located within the Romney Marsh area are eligible to apply. The Trust supports the governing bodies responsible for these historic buildings, such as Parochial Church Councils. Applicants must be organisations; individual applications are not accepted. The Trust prioritises churches within its defined geographic boundary, which includes Romney Marsh in Kent and East Guldeford in Sussex. Their focus is on preserving these specific heritage assets for the benefit of the general public.

The Trust does not fund revenue costs, activities, or projects outside their defined geographic area. They also do not support non-church projects or any work beyond the conservation of historic church buildings. Their grants are exclusively for capital works, so ongoing operational expenses are not covered.

The Trust provides capital grants for specific repair and conservation projects. They welcome unsolicited applications from eligible churches. Grants are awarded for one-off projects rather than ongoing support. The Trust works collaboratively with local church communities to identify and address priority needs.