Architect’s Talk: Behind the Scenes!
You’re Invited: Behind the Scenes of a £1.3 Million Restoration Project
Sunday 14 September – 4:00pm until 5:30pm
St Mary’s Hall, 30 Hendon Lane, N3 1TR
Join us for a unique opportunity to hear from Jodie Edwards, the lead architect behind our Give Me Shelter Church and Churchyard project — a transformative £1.3 million initiative funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund to repair and restore the roof of our beloved Grade II* listed church.
Discover how this ambitious project will preserve our historic building for future generations, enhance its role as a hub for community life and uncover stories hidden in the rafters.
🎙️ What to Expect:
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An inside look at the design and challenges of restoring a heritage roof
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The role of conservation in community spaces
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Q&A with the project architect
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Drinks & Nibbles served after the talk
All are welcome — whether you’re passionate about heritage, curious about architecture or simply want to learn more about this vital project.
Come and be inspired by what the future holds for our church and community!
Why not arrive early on Sunday 14 September and participate in a Heritage Tour at 2pm and our Art Exhibition of Finchley landmarks by artist Mari I’Anson? Round off the day with our Choral Evensong at 6pm featuring organ scholar Macie Sutherland and the choir of St Mary-at-Finchley. In the morning, we have our Patronal Festival at 10am with lunch served in the hall after the Eucharist – all are welcome!
