Norwich Historic Churches Trust

10/06/2026

Norwich Historic Churches Trust is seeking a Development and Partnerships Manager to lead and grow our fundraising and partnership activity. This new role comes at an exciting time as we plan a significant programme of repairs across our portfolio of 18 Grade I listed medieval churches. The successful candidate will develop a structured fundraising approach, build relationships with funders and partners, and help secure the resources needed to realise the potential of this nationally significant group of historic buildings as vibrant heritage assets for the city.
The role can be full-time or 0.8FTE, office-based or hybrid.
For full details, including how to apply, please download the Recruitment Pack from our website.

10/06/2026

We still have some spaces available for the Ledger Slab Cleaning Workshop
Wednesday 17th June - St Michael at Plea, Norwich

Following a highly enjoyable and successful event last year, we are again partnering with and expert volunteers from St George's Colegate to run a practical day learning to clean and polish floor ledger slabs in churches.

This event is for you if you'd like to try out conservation cleaning of ledger slabs and leave with the skills and information needed to repeat in your own church, or if you simply want to learn something new and spend the day doing something satisfying.

To reserve a place for this event, please email [email protected]. The day will run from 10am to c.4pm.

04/06/2026

We’re having great day at the Volunteer Extravaganza at The Forum, meeting lots of lovely people. We are here until 4pm - come and see us!

30/05/2026

We're looking for volunteers, you're looking for a volunteer role! Come and see us at the Forum on Thursday...

20/05/2026

Ledger Slab Cleaning Workshop
Wednesday 17th June - St Michael at Plea, Norwich

Following a highly enjoyable and successful event last year, we are again partnering with and expert volunteers from St George's Colegate to run a practical day learning to clean and polish floor ledger slabs in churches.

This event is for you if you'd like to try out conservation cleaning of ledger slabs and leave with the skills and information needed to repeat in your own church, or if you simply want to learn something new and spend the day doing something satisfying.

To reserve a place for this event, please email [email protected]. The day will run from 10am to c.4pm.

19/05/2026

Each year, our sister organisation, Norfolk Churches Trust organises a sponsored bike ride, walk, or drive. This takes place during Heritage Open Days, and this year will be on Saturday 12th September.

You can raise funds for NHCT by nominating us as your chosen beneficiary. Visit the Norfolk Churches Trust website for more information, and to nominate us at St Martin at Palace Church. On the day, you can visit us for tea and cake ☕🍰

Fundraising is a vital source of income for us, as we work to preserve 18 medieval churches in Norwich City Centre.

14/05/2026

If you are looking for a volunteering opportunity, come and see us at The Forum on 4th June. Archiving, monument cleaning, research, gardening, visitor hosting, or contributing any other skills that you think might help support our beautiful medieval buildings - we can't wait to meet you.

14/05/2026

07/05/2026

We will have a stand at the Volunteer Extravaganza at The Forum on 4th June, 10am to 4pm. Come and see us to chat about volunteering opportunities with our Trust.

We currently have opportunities for archiving, research, photography, and maintenance. If you have any particular interests/skills that you think might fit with what we do, please let us know.

We are looking forward to seeing you there...

24/04/2026

On 22 and 29 May, NHCT will be hosting Limewash and Distemper workshops, led by SPAB (The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings), at our headquarters in St Martin at Palace church.
The sessions are led by Paul Humphreys, an independent Historic Decorative Finishes Consultant with over 40 years’ experience working on period buildings. With live demonstrations and hands-on learning, these sessions cover preparation, mixing, application, and achieving appropriate finishes for historic buildings and eco-construction.
Places on the workshops are limited, and can be booked through 's website.

https://www.spab.org.uk/whats-on/norfolk-group-limewash-and-distemper-workshops