
It’s felt that the current space within the building can be inflexible. It’s also difficult to heat, and not accessible. Church House, at 27 Cobden Avenue, is also expensive to maintain, and the Parish Hall at Lacon Close would have needed large amounts of money to bring it up to standard.

“We are all very excited about the project to provide modern facilities for worshipping and for the community, and are looking forward to welcoming the builders on site before the end of the year,” said Rev Sarah Chapman.

The congregation will be joining with that of All Hallows at Witts Hill, Midanbury, while the work is in progress.