Companions in a longer story
Beverley Minster is one of the great parish churches of England — a building shaped over more than seven centuries, and a community of worship that has not stopped in all that time. The Friends of Beverley Minster exist to help see that story safely into its next chapter.
Founded in 1936, the Friends are a registered charity whose members include people from across the country and beyond. Some are regular worshippers at the Minster; others have a family connection, or simply a love of the building.
All of us share a conviction that this place is worth caring for.
The Friends of Beverley Minster unite in common fellowship all those throughout the world who wish to be associated with this outstanding medieval building. They are a link between those in Beverley and far beyond, whose love of the Minster inspires them to share in preserving it, in all its beauty, for future generations.
What the Friends support
Capital projects
From the restoration of the Minster bells to the new lighting design and the proposed work at the East End, the Friends help fund projects too large for the parish alone. We work in partnership with the Minster’s PCC, the Old Fund, Two Churches One Town and other funders.
Scholarship and interpretation
Dendrochronology, conservation reports, archaeological research, the explorer’s guides, and most recently John Phillips and Stuart Harrison’s study in the Journal of the British Archaeological Association — all carry the Friends’ fingerprints.
Music and the Choral Foundation
The Friends have a long-standing commitment to music at the Minster. We have helped fund the Steinway grand piano, the Choral Foundation’s music lessons for choristers, organ work, and a steady programme of recitals and concerts.
Ways to play a part
Join the Friends
Membership keeps you close to the Minster’s life and helps fund its future.
Give once, or in your will
If membership isn’t for you, a one-off donation or a gift in your will makes a real difference.
Come to an event
Talks, visits and the October weekend, including the St John of Beverley Lecture.
See our impact
Almost ninety years of restoration, music and scholarship, and the Destinations Project now under way.
Stand for the Council
We are always glad to hear from members who might consider becoming a Trustee.
Get in touch
Questions about membership, a gift or anything else? We’d be glad to hear from you.
Members receive a Spring Newsletter, an annual report, and invitations to a programme of talks, visits and the October weekend, including the St John of Beverley Lecture.
Email: friends@beverleyminster.org.uk
Post: Friends of Beverley Minster, Parish Centre, 38 Highgate, Beverley HU17 0DP
Facebook: The Friends of Beverley Minster
Instagram: @friendsofbeverleyminster
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