Friends of Great Missenden Parish Church

Registered Charity No. 1067435

"Helping to maintain Great Missenden’s ancient church for the community to which it belongs"

The Friends are an important component of Parish life. The society was founded in 1998 with the aim of raising funds to support the maintenance of the church's fabric, its fittings and its churchyard. We do not support the day-to day running of the church or the provision of worship facilities - that is solely the responsibility of the congregation.

Membership is actively encouraged for those for whom the church is a special place. It belongs to the whole Parish and not just those who worship within its walls. It belongs to any one who passes by or who had experienced a special moment involving the church. It is open during daylight hours for the benefit of all those who want to visit.

In addition to the comprehensive round of worship, the church hosts other social/community events, such as concerts, making it a truly community resource.

Since our formation, the Friends have provided £62,750 towards a number of restoration and repair projects, including the repair of two 14th century windows (£3,000), a contribution towards the repair of the tower (£7,000). During the Summer of 2002 £6000 was contributed towards urgent gutter repairs and a new boiler. A large grant of £15,000 was made in 2006 towards the restoration of the organ, and in 2011, £30,000 - over half the total funding for the restoration of the Clerestory windows.
A complete listing of the grants made (up to October 2011) can be found here

A leaflet giving more information and a membership application form is available in printed form in the church, or here to download.