FAQs

Whether you’re looking to learn more about our history and objectives, or you’re exploring ways to support our mission, we hope that you’ll find all the information you need on our website. However, if you can’t find the answer to your question, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us—we’re always happy to help.

For our most frequently asked questions, please see below.

How does Bristol Cathedral Trust support the fabric of the Cathedral?

Bristol Cathedral Trust has been fundraising for over 35 years to support projects in Bristol Cathedral, such as work to restore the 12th century Abbey Gatehouse including the ancient Norman Archway next to the Central Library. Other projects supported by the Trust have included renovation of the toilets, adding a disabled toilet, and renewal of the heating system boilers. In addition, the West Window in the Nave of Christ in Majesty was restored with a gift of £150,000; the historic organ is being restored with a grant of £1,700,000; the sound system has recently been replaced at a cost of £500,000; monuments have been restored and made safe; history projects have been supported; and the archives have been catalogued.

You can support Bristol Cathedral Trust in a number of ways. You might choose to make a donation, or to leave a bequest or a legacy in your will. If you would like to become more involved in the work of Bristol Cathedral Trust, please consider joining the Fitzhardinge Society. You can find out more about the different ways of supporting the Trust here.

Bristol Cathedral Trust is an independent charity created in 1989 to fund the preservation of the fabric of Bristol Cathedral. It has been the formal fundraising arm of Bristol Cathedral for 35 years and continues to raise money for Bristol Cathedral. Recently, Bristol Cathedral has also become a charity and is governed by the Dean and Chapter. This charity is separate from Bristol Cathedral Trust. The Trust has assets that are professionally managed by experienced Fund Managers and the Bristol Cathedral Trust Trustees, who make regular grants to Bristol Cathedral – and in that regard we work very closely with the Cathedral.

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For further information about the work of Bristol Cathedral Trust, or if you would like to know more about becoming a member of the Fitzhardinge Society, please contact us.

For further information about the work of Bristol Cathedral Trust, or if you would like to know more about becoming a member of the Fitzhardinge Society, please contact us.