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For the last 3+ years the Board have been tenaciously working towards securing planning permission for a new building to replace the existing bungalow. It has been a process during which the emotions of hope and disappointment seemed for long periods to be very finely balanced.
Such a testing process was in many ways understandable, given our unique site which has Scheduled Ancient Monument status. The design therefore needed to be highly sensitive to the site, while also achieving our desired specifications. Much negotiation was required with the National Park Authorities and English Heritage.
Everybody associated with The Priory was therefore thrilled that Planning Permission was eventually granted in 2010.
In summary the building will incorporate on the Ground Floor – 4 x ensuite double guest rooms, Common Room, Changing Room, Kit storage areas, Staff kitchen and lounge. Whilst the First Floor will consist of 4 x ensuite rooms for instructors.
With costs provisionally projected to exceed £800,000, the financial challenge is daunting, and is certainly not being underestimated.
Hopes are high that we shall be able to convert the design into reality, and thereby ensure that The Priory can continue to educate and support our numerous young visitors for many years to come.
If you would like to make a donation towards the new build please use the Donate button to access our Just Giving page. If you feel you would be able to help in another way please get in touch.
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Help Us by Using Ebay
Help us raise funds by using Ebay. Marrick Priory is registered as a charity with Ebay. As a seller on Ebay you can donate a percentage of your proceeds for any item to Marrick Priory. Don’t throw away your junk - sell it on Ebay and donate the proceeds to Marrick Priory.
To sell for Marrick Priory in Ebay click here or choose:
Sell > Sell for Charity > Browse our Charities > “Marrick Priory”
Donations
If you would like to make a secure donation to the Marrick Priory Trust please use the donate button below. You will then be taken to our Just Giving page where you can enter your details.
We use donations to support our bursary fund and improve the facilities and equipment at Marrick Priory for the benefit of our guests.
We greatly appreciate any donations that are made.
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The Friends of Marrick Priory
The Friends of Marrick Priory generate interest and support for the work of the Priory and its staff, as well as supporting long term fund raising for major items of expenditure.
In order to support the work at Marrick Priory, the Friends:
- Organise fun, social fundraising events throughout the year.
- Offer practical help on Working Party Days with activities such as gardening and decorating.
- Pray for the visitors to the Priory, its staff, trustees and committees.
This work allows regular donations made to the Priory which have been used to support a Bursary Fund, which allows children, who would otherwise not have been able to visit the Priory, to come and enjoy the range of activities offered, and to purchase such things as waterproofs, a kayak trailer, a pool table, and picnic tables.
Further information about Marrick Priory or the Friends and their activities may be obtained by contacing the Priory. |
