The Chair of England’s Cathedral Deans has called on all who value cathedrals to visit them and assist their recovery in the aftermath of Covid-19 as data from 2020 are published.

Contact the Cathedral and Church Buildings Division.

Are you looking for a new way to put your church at the heart of your local community? Do you need to make changes to your building to make that happen? We can take you through the steps of a major building and community project.

The Cathedral and Church Buildings Division of the Church of England would like to hear from specialists in the history, care and conservation of religious buildings with the time and skills to serve on one of our voluntary expert committees.

Joining an advisory committee or the Council offers a unique opportunity to help to ensure the long-term protection and sustainability of cathedrals and churches. Membership provides great prospects for professional development and will allow you to engage with unique situations in special buildings that need bespoke solutions. Beyond scholarly and/or practical expertise we are looking for applicants who will bring imagination, insight, and new and diverse perspectives to bear on the significance of our churches and cathedrals and the challenges they face. Applications from BAME professionals are especially welcomed, to reverse the historic underrepresentation of their voices among our advisers. There is no requirement to be a Christian, though members must act in sympathy with the mission of the Church.

You can’t start building works in your church until you have the right permissions. Your Diocesan Advisory Committee can tell you which ones you need to apply for.

Latest worshipping and visitor data collected from England’s 42 cathedrals and Westminster Abbey during 2021 published

Emily Gee has been appointed Director for Cathedral and Church Buildings for the Church of England. 

You will need permission for any works that affect the architectural, archaeological, artistic and historic character of your cathedral, its precinct and its content. We can help you make sure you apply to the right committee.

Your architect will hire the builders and manage the building works. But you need to understand what is happening because, in the end, it’s your responsibility.

We help you keep your church building open, used for worship and enjoyed by all.