Holy Trinity Church in Hastings secures £4.5 million grant

Holy Trinity Hastings (HTH Church) has secured a £4.5 million grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, along with an additional £420,000 from charitable trusts and local donors.

The funding will support the restoration of the Grade II* listed Gothic Revival church in Hastings, which is currently on the Heritage at Risk Register.

Jerry Hocking, heritage lead at HTH Church, said: "This is an irreplaceable part of our town’s history.

"Thanks to National Lottery players and our generous supporters, we can transform the church into a vibrant, inclusive community space for everyone across Hastings, and further afield, to enjoy."

The funding will allow the church to be transformed into a vibrant community space (Image: Holy Trinity Church)

The project will fund repairs to sandstone walls, stained glass windows, and rainwater systems, as well as the restoration of the church’s war memorial.

Simon Larkin, vicar of HTH, said: "This is hugely important in the life of our church and community and will make a lasting difference to our town.

"We are so thankful for this grant, which will restore the church building and enable thousands more to access its extraordinary heritage and story."

The restoration will also include upgraded facilities, improved access, and a programme of 167 annual community activities.

Visitor numbers are expected to reach 7,600 people a year once the project is complete.