News & Events Archive
Centenary of the passing of E. Nesbit, buried at St. Mary-in-the-Marsh
2024 marked the centenary of the death of English writer E. Nesbit, who is buried at St. Mary-the-Virgin’s Church at St. Mary-in-the-Marsh.
Edith Nesbit’s work reinvented storytelling for children, with highly-imaginative plot lines, adventures and loveable characters.
Ghost story inspired by Brenzett Church monument coming to BBC 2 this Christmas Eve
Several of the churches on Romney Marsh are associated with one of world’s greatest writers of children’s literature, E. Nesbit. This Christmas Eve at 10:15pm on BBC 2, acclaimed actor and director Mark Gatiss brings her story Man-Size in Marble to life. The story was inspired by the Fagge Monument at Brenzett.
Volunteer with The Romney Marsh Historic Churches Trust
The Trust is run entirely by volunteers. We would like to hear from anybody who would like to become more involved.
Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, develop new skills and give back to the community.
Re-dedication of East Guldeford Angel Frieze
On Sunday 1 December 2024 a special service will be held at St Mary’s East Guldeford to re-dedicate the Angel Frieze in the church. Music and new research will be shared.
Our 2024 Charity Christmas Cards are now available
Our 2024 Charity Christmas Cards are now available to buy. Thank you for John Doyle and David Campbell for their beautiful images of three historic churches on Romney Marsh.
Photographing the Romney Marsh Churches
RMHCT’s Project Assistant, Didier Rochard, spoke to photographer Andy Marshall about his experience photographing the churches of Romney Marsh.
Donate as you shop - without spending any extra!
The Romney Marsh Historic Churches Trust has joined thousands of other charities on the Give As you Live fundraising platform. This means anybody with a free Give As You Live account can now opt to donate a small amount to the Trust every time they shop online - with over 6,000 stores involved.
Introducing RMHCT Council Member Celia Heritage
Continuing our series of articles reflecting on 40 years of the Romney Marsh Historic Churches Trust, RMHCT’s Project Assistant, Didier Rochard, spoke to Council Member and historian Celia Heritage about the importance of the marsh churches and her hopes for the future of the Trust.
Snave Thanksgiving service
Snave’s Annual Thanksgiving service is on Sunday 8th September 2024. All welcome
Members and supporters gather for our 2024 AGM and Members’ Lunch
The Venerable Darren Miller, Archdeacon of Ashford, was the guest speaker for our 2024 AGM, which took place at St. Dunstan’s in Snargate on the afternoon of Saturday 18th May 2024. Nearly 100 people attended the event, with around half also joining for the Members’ Lunch at Brenzett Village Hall. Thank you to all who came, including our volunteers. Special thanks also to Elizabeth Marshall, who is stepping down from her role as Honourable Secretary for the Trust after many years of dedicated service.
JAM on the Marsh returns to the Romney Marsh churches, 4th-14th July 2024
From 4-14th July 2024, JAM on the Marsh returns to Romney Marsh for its 11th festival. The festival brings world-class talent to the medieval churches of Romney Marsh and other locations across the area, including local gardens and steam railway carriages! This year, the programme features an array of international and local artists, spanning music, theatre, opera, film, poetry and visual arts.
AGM 2024 Announced
The Romney Marsh Historic Churches Trust is delighted to announce the 2024 AGM, to be held at St Dunstan’s Snargate on Saturday 18th May.
Annual Members’ Tour
On 2nd September, the Trust had its annual Members’ Tour, organised by Council Member Elizabeth Marshall and hosted by Joan Campbell.
Reflections on 40 years of the Romney Marsh Historic Churches Trust, with former Chair Nick Hudd
Continuing our series of articles reflecting on 40 years of the Romney Marsh Historic Churches Trust, RMHCT’s Project Assistant, Didier Rochard, spoke to founding Council member and former Chair Dr. Nick Hudd.
Dame Joanna Lumley enthrals our AGM audience at All Saints’ Lydd
The Romney Marsh Historic Churches Trust was delighted to welcome Dame Joanna Lumley as guest speaker for the 2023 AGM, held at All Saints’ Church in Lydd on Saturday 20th May.
Our new self-guided tour app
The Romney Marsh Historic Churches Trust has developed a self-guided tour app in partnership with The Fifth Continent Landscape Partnership Scheme.
The Marsh Mosaics
The Marsh Mosaics are a series of 14 artworks celebrating the churches, heritage and wildlife of Romney Marsh.