Grant for the Roman Catholic Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich
Historic England has awarded a grant of £57,000 to the Roman Catholic Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich, which will support vital conservation work securing the long-term future of this historic landmark.
The funding will enable vital investigation work to assess the impact of increased leaks on sections of the cathedral's roofs and drainage system. These assessments mark the first step in a wider programme of repairs to protect the Grade I listed building.
Built in the late 19th century by renowned architect George Gilbert Scott Junior and completed by his brother John Oldrid Scott, St John the Baptist is the second largest Catholic cathedral in England after Westminster Cathedral and one of the country's finest examples of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture.
The building became the Cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of East Anglia in 1976. It attracts visitors from across the globe, drawn to its striking architecture and magnificent stained-glass windows.
The cathedral is a vital community hub. It has hosted Norwich City Council's winter night shelter programme supporting rough sleepers, as well as community support groups like St Vincent de Paul Society, and offers facilities for local activities ranging from fitness classes to mother and baby groups.
This funding from Historic England represents an important step towards securing the cathedral's future, ensuring it continues to inspire, serve, and support generations in the years to come.
The Cathedral of St John the Baptist is not just an architectural treasure, but a vital part of Norwich's cultural and social fabric. This £57,000 grant will help identify and address urgent repairs needed to protect this magnificent building. The cathedral's role as both a tourist destination and community hub make it essential that we safeguard its future for generations to come.
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