Current Appeal News

Cyclists head off for Rome

 

 

27 cyclists left Canterbury Cathedral heading for Rome on Friday 10th August. Over 16 days, the intrepid team will be covering nearly 2,000 kilometres.  The cyclists will be averaging 75 miles a day and will climb a total of 53,000 ft during the 16 day cycle.  The highest point reached will be the top of the Grand St Bernard Pass at 2469 metres (8101 ft) above sea level and the climbs covered will be the equivalent of climbing Mount Everest three times.

The cyclists taking part are aged between 16 and 65. They include a Crown Court Judge, the Chief Executive of Canterbury City Council, a Kent businessmen, a professor of music, a teacher, a medical consultant and students; the group is being led by Canon Ed Condry, the Treasurer of Canterbury Cathedral. Each cyclist has put in at least 100 hours of training covering 1000 miles in preparation. This is equivalent to the team cycling at least once around the world.

 

The team will be travelling the ancient pilgrim route known as the Via Francigena. The route was first recorded by a previous Archbishop of Canterbury, Sigeric in 990AD. 

 

The team have done a magnificent job of raising over £100,000 for charities, half of which will go to the Save Canterbury Cathedral appeal. Each rider will also give 50% of his or her sponsorship to an individual second charity and there is still time to offer to support this heroic venture by donating online or contacting the Save Canterbury Cathedral Appeal office on 01227 865346.

 

You can track the progress of the trip by visiting the Rome Bike Ride section of our website.

 

Harry Christophers and the Sixteen – Winter Concert at Canterbury Cathedral

 

We are delighted to announce that on Monday 10th December, Harry Christophers and the Sixteen will be performing their magical music from the Sistine Chapel in a special concert in aid of Save Canterbury Cathedral. Described by Classic FM as "one of the world's most brilliantly honed chamber choirs" , the Sixteen will perform music by Allegri, Anerio,Palestrina and  Marenzio.  

 

Tickets: £28.50 £24.50 £20.00 or £10.00

Concert starts at 19.30

See the poster here

Tickets available by contacting 01227 865346 or emailing fundraisingcampaign@canterbury-cathedral.org

 

Sponsor a stone or lead tile

 

You can now play a very personal part in the conservation project by sponsoring one of the new stones for the Cathedral or sponsoring one of the lead tiles personalised with your own initials that will be placed on the roof.  Click here to learn about this special way of joining our Appeal.

 

Bearing Gifts for the Cathedral Appeal

 

You now have a unique opportunity to purchase a renowned Steiff bear to support the Save Canterbury Cathedral Appeal. Each Bear (20 cms) is beautifully crafted by the Steiff company and comes with a commemorative sash. Each bear costs £15.00  + £1.00 postage and packing. To order your bear please complete and return this form or email us your order to fundraisingcampaign@canterbury-cathedral.org

Stonemasons visit Kent Show

 

Visitors to this year’s Kent Show were treated to a display by the craftsmen of Canterbury Cathedral showing how they skilfully carve the new stones that are being put into the Cathedral as part of our conservation project. They brought along samples of the pale walling stone that they are working on and also demonstrated how they carve some of the beautiful capitals that decorate the Cathedral. It was a great 3 days with plenty of visitors to the stand as well as appearances on local radio and in the papers, so it was a good way to spread the word about the great work that the Appeal is now funding at the Cathedral.

Win a world famous Rocking Horse for Christmas

 

The Appeal is delighted to be launching a fabulous raffle offering a world- famous Stevenson Brothers Rocking Horse as the first prize. The rocking horse on offer is one of the most popular models, the Dapple Grey (see picture to right) and would be a much loved addition to any home. Adored by children and adults alike, the rocking horses are made using the best materials and traditional craftsmanship.  The horse has its own special features including a secret compartment in its tummy, proper saddlery and the mane and tail are made using genuine horsehair. With a retail price in excess of £2,500 this is a wonderful opportunity for any family to take part in.

 

The raffle will run until 10th December and the winning ticket will be drawn on 14th December as part of a week of Christmas fundraising activities for the Appeal. Tickets priced at just £2 each (£10 for a book of 5) are available from the Appeal office by contacting 01227 865346 or emailing fundraisingcampaign@canterbury-cathedral.org

 

People are welcome to request many raffle books and we hope that schools, businesses and other groups across Kent will want to take part in this terrific raffle.

 

Mark Stevenson, partner of Stevenson Brothers welcomed the link with the Appeal “As passionate supporters of traditional craftsmanship, Stevenson Brothers is delighted to be working with the Appeal to help save one of England’s most wonderful buildings. This rocking horse also celebrates our 25 years of making rocking horses and will be a very special heirloom to be handed from generation to generation. You just can’t beat that wonderful moment of seeing a child’s imagination take flight as they climb onto a rocking horse and escape into a different magical world.”