New £1 million scheme to support historic buildings opens
Published on 1 October 2026 41 seconds read
A new £1 million listed buildings repair fund has officially opened.
Local church leaders are encouraged to apply for a share of the money to help maintain historic church buildings.
Historic Environment Scotland is administering the Scotland Places of Worship Fund (HES) and grants will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
The pilot scheme runs until the end of March 2027, and will help HES assess future funding needs.
Rev Dr Scott Rennie, chair of the General Trustees, is encouraging congregations with listed building status to apply for funding now, via this website.
Local church members are being urged to continue engaging with their MSPs and MPs to "highlight the importance" of financial support and the potential need for increased funding in future years. #church #repairs