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Introduction to the Trust
Gloucestershire Historic Churches Trust supports more than 600 historic churches, chapels and meeting houses in Gloucestershire, South Gloucestershire and North Bristol with grants to help with the upkeep of church buildings. The Trust was established in 1980 and last year gave over £150,000 in grants to churches.
Their work helps to keep these buildings alive as places of worship, active centres of community life and landmarks of our architectural heritage. The Trust raise funds through membership, donations, legacies and the annual Ride+Stride event.
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A Visit to All Hallows, South Cerney
Gloucestershire is one of Sophie’s favourite counties for church exploring.
St James the Unusual
St James’s, Postlip, is, to say the least, a highly unusual church, very close to Postlip Hall but set well above it, surrounded by woodland.
Fixing a Cheltenham Spire
In last year’s Annual Review, we illustrated the Leaning Spire of St Andrew’s United Reformed Church, Cheltenham.
Travelling Kids Club
Travelling Kids Club: A Free Hero‑Themed Adventure at St John’s Church, Charfield Calling all mini‑superheroes! A brand‑new event is coming to Charfield.
GHCT Christmas Cards Now Available
Celebrate Christmas with GHCT’s 2024 festive cards, showcasing Terry Richers’ award-winning photograph. Packs of 5 for £6 (inc. P&P).
Free Festive Church Scavenger Hunt
Download our free festive church scavenger hunt and discover seasonal treasures like oak trees, stars, stained glass, wreaths, and nativity scenes. A perfect activity for families and children to enjoy this Christmas.
Christmas in our Churches Photography Competition – Now Open!
We’re excited to announce that the Gloucestershire Historic Churches Trust (GHCT) is running another photography competition – and this year’s theme is ‘Christmas in our Churches’.
Celebrating Gloucestershire’s Sacred Heritage at St Andrew’s URC
At the beginning of October, the Gloucestershire Historic Churches Trust was delighted to host a fascinating talk by Dr Nick Mayhew-Smith.
Friends of Longhope Church – Ride & Stride 2025
This year, ten enthusiastic walkers from Longhope set off on a 10 mile walk across beautiful Gloucestershire countryside.
Our Ride + Stride Adventure: A Family Day Out
We decided to take part in Ride + Stride as a family of three, plus two dogs! With our daughter being only four, we needed to be creative.
A Family’s Ride+Stride Journey – 23 Years in the Making
A family recreates a photo from the same spot 23 years apart during Ride and Stride Gloucestershire, visiting nine historic churches by bike.
Ride+Stride 2025 – Supporting Our Churches, Preserving Our Heritage
On Saturday 13th September 2025, communities across Gloucestershire & North Bristol will once again come together for Ride+Stride.