In a momentous victory for community spirit and heritage preservation, St Just Miners’ Chapel charity is thrilled to announce it has reached its £50,000 fundraising target and been successful in its application to the Community Ownership Fund. This significant achievement marks a pivotal moment in the Chapel’s nearly 200-year history, securing its future for generations to come.
Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of countless individuals who donated their time, talent, and financial support, the Chapel has demonstrated the deep affection and importance it holds within the community. This collective effort has not only met the fundraising goal first launch in March this year, but also powerfully illustrated to grant funders the widespread support for preserving this cherished landmark.
This combined success means the charity is now in a position to offer to purchase the Chapel, safeguarding it from an uncertain future and ensuring its continued role as a cultural and spiritual beacon for St Just, West Penwith, Cornwall, and the global Methodist and mining diasporas.
This news is a true Christmas present, offering hope and a renewed vision for the future. For nearly two centuries, the Chapel has been a place of community, peace, celebration and belonging, and this achievement ensures that thousands more will experience its unique embrace in the years to come.
Looking ahead to 2025, the charity will begin the exciting work of building a sustainable future for the Chapel, inviting new individuals to join this important journey. This marks a sea-change for the charity, transitioning to ownership and operation of this emblematic building.
A truly historic day—a moment in the Chapel’s history second only to its construction in 1833. It is a testament to the power of community, demonstrating what can be achieved through shared belief, hard work, and a deep love for a place that holds such profound significance.
Meur ras oll, Nadelik lowen. Thank you to you all and Merry Christmas
