Buildings Regeneration

St Laurence Church (grade 2 listed) is on the Heritage at Risk Register. This means that some of the structure of the church is unsound, rain can get in and windows are failing. But devotional services, community engagement and a full programme of worship and other events continues apace!

The first project for this long term regeneration and repair of St Laurence Church has been the installation, in October 2024, of Radiant Heaters to keep the congregations and audiences warmer, particularly through the autumn and winter periods.

Vision for the regenerated site - January 2025

The cultural infrastructure of the St Laurence Site – including internal and external spaces, the organ and bells – is physically accessible, effectively used and appreciated by all.

• The church and its surroundings are repaired and revitalised, their heritage reinterpreted, and they are a source of pride for Stroud people for the next century.
• The church and the secluded semi-wild northern churchyard are open and welcoming as:
  • sacred spaces for reflection, sanctuary and solace;
  • resources to deepen understanding of the origins of Stroud and its historic buildings; and
  • resources to broaden appreciation of faith traditions, Christian and beyond.
• People find it easy to access and join in creating activities that support inclusion, reduce isolation and counter polarisation.
• The St Laurence Rooms (Shambles Hall and The Upper Room) facilities support the ongoing cultural and spiritual life of the combined site, particularly through revenue generation.