Reimagining this historic building to inspire worship and serve the community in Mexborough for generations to come.

Every church in the Church of England requires a thorough inspection of the building every 5 years by an architect. In our last inspection, urgent repairs were identified in the Bell Tower and the external stonework. This work will form Phases 1 and 2 of a four-phase project.

At Easter 2026, work on the bell frame was completed and our bells rang joyously for the first time in four years on Easter Sunday.

Phase 2, repairs and restoration to the stonework, began in May 2026, starting with the tower and spire. The remainder of the repairs will be completed in Spring 2027 when we have raised the remaining funds required. Phases 3 and 4 are for improvements inside the church which will provide better facilities and a more flexible space to benefit the whole community.

If we are to achieve our goals, it will require us to raise a large sum of money, which we plan to do through grant awards, fundraising activities and donations.

If you would like to make a donation to restore our town’s wonderful parish church, you will be making a valuable contribution to the preservation of Mexborough’s heritage.

Every church in the Church of England requires a thorough inspection of the building every 5 years by an architect. In our last inspection, urgent repairs were identified in the Bell Tower and the external stonework. This work will form Phases 1and 2 of a four-phase project.

At Easter 2026, work on the bell frame was completed and our bells rang joyously for the first time in four years on Easter Sunday.

Phase 2, repairs and restoration to the stonework, begins in May 2026, starting with the tower and spire. The remainder of the repairs will be completed in Spring 2027 when we have raised the rest of the money, which we are on track to do. Phases 3 and 4 are for improvements inside the church which will provide better facilities and a more flexible space to benefit the whole community.

If we are to achieve our goals, it will require us to raise a large sum of money, which we plan to do through grant awards, fundraising activities and donations.

If you would like to make a donation to restore our town’s wonderful parish church, you will be making a valuable contribution to the preservation of Mexborough’s heritage.

How will we achieve this?

  • Restore our ancient bells so that they can once more ring out over the town.
  • Restore and repair the stonework to make the building watertight.
  • Provide new, improved facilities for use by the wider community.
  • Become a heritage and local history centre for Mexborough.

Phase 1 -Bell Tower Floor

The Problem
Decay and infestation of ancient timbers in belfry floor

What will we do?
Replace damaged timber and treat to prevent infestation.
Replace louvres in bell tower to prevent water ingress.

Outcome
To ring the bells every Sunday and at major celebrations.

Phase 2 – Stonework

The Problem
Damage to stonework and repointing causing water ingress and damp inside the building.

What will we do?
Stage 1 Repoint the spire and tower.
Stage 2 Repoint and repairs to main building.

Outcome
Future-proof our Grade 1 Listed Church

Phase 3 – Improving Access

The Problem
Fixed pews and the different floor levels limit our use of the church beyond worship.

What will we do?
Remove some of the pews and replace with seating which can be removed when needed.
Level the floor to improve accessibility and flexibility.

Outcome
Improved experience for both congregation and visitors.

Phase 4 – Tea Point and Toilet

The Problem
Lack of facilities limit the use of the church.
Difficulties for those with mobility issues.

What will we do?
Install a new tea point and disabled toilet.

Outcome
Greater use of the church for events and community groups

Raising money for Restoration 2030

Sponsored Pilgrimage Walk

Wreath making workshop

With grateful thanks for the generous support of our funders: