Eaton Church Secures Grant for Spire Repairs

0:00It's April 20th, I'm Cory with the story. This is Lester News today, driven by AI. Volunteers in Eaton Village just scored a big win for their historic church. St. in his church, a Grade 1 listed gem from the 1100s in Lestershire, was crumbling bad enough to halt bell ringing over safety fears. It's been on historic England's heritage a risk list, but now they've locked in a 24,515-pound grant from the National Church's Trust to fix the Ironstone Spire. This funding marks the first solid step toward getting the church off that risk register and securing its long-term vibe. The Spire's erosion had everyone worried about the pinnacles destabilizing, forcing bells silent for too long. Locals are buzzing with excitement as the project pulled the whole village together. It sparked interest in side gigs, like wildlife spots for swifts and bats, plus wildfire spots and history digs. Reverend Susan Bradley called it a spark for community heart. Repairs will repoint the stonework, restore the tower so bells can ring free again and add an accessible toilet with baby changing setup.

1:06National Church's Trust Boss, Claire Walker says it'll safeguard the heritage while keeping doors open for everyone. With this momentum, Eaton's Church is set to thrive, ringing out hope for small spots everywhere, fighting to hold on.