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St Nicholas’ Chapel in Kings Lynn is due to reopen next month after undergoing £2.7m of refurbishment.

In spite of being the UK’s largest Chapel of Ease with great historic importance, the Chapel had gradually declined in use over the years. Although the opportunity to offer it for event hire existed, the lack of facilities meant its future as an events venue was limited.

The restoration project’s aims have been to refurbish and retain the interiors and upgrade the facilities to increase the Chapel’s appeal so it can be used as an events venue which also includes better access for those with accessibility needs. New solar panels on the roof enable the Chapel to generate its own electricity which helps control costs and generate an income through the Government’s Feed-in-Tariff scheme.

 

 

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The rejuvenation of the Chapel has been given life thanks to the support of the Friends of St Nicholas’ Chapel community group in partnership with Churches Conservation Trust. The Grade 1 Listed Chapel is the largest building in the Churches Conservation Trust’s portfolio.

The two parties jointly applied for funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund and were successful in gaining a Stage 2 award. Clarkson Alliance has been working with the groups to modernise the facilities at the Chapel, providing project management services.

The Chapel will official open to the public on Saturday 12th September.

 

 

 

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