friends of castle acre church
A community charity, working to preserve the history of our village
friends of castle acre church
A community charity, working to preserve the history of our village
Who We Are
Our Vision
Since its 12th Century origins, the building of the Church of St James The Great, Castle Acre, Norfolk, has benefitted from the generosity of those many people who have, over the centuries made provision for gifts supporting the fabric of this building.
Our Values
For many centuries, this generosity has come principally from church-goers, but in more recent times, with dwindling congregations and secular attitudes, there are greater numbers of people who, whilst they may or may not be church-goers, are nonetheless interested and in many cases passionate, in ensuring this beautiful building is maintained in good repair not only for today, but for future generations also.
Our Impact
Since 2000, the Friends of Castle Acre Church have raised over £200,000 towards various restoration projects. These include:
2005 - Organ Refurbishment
2010 - New Oil Tank & Boiler
2017 - Tower Repairs
2022 - Chancel Roof Repairs
Charitable Work
The Committee and Volunteers put together numerous annual events and initiatives to raise charitable donations. These include:
Charity Book Shop
Flower Show
Bake Sales
Sale of Castle Acre Memorabilia
Art Sales
Historic Walking Tours
ongoing activities
Charity Book Shop
Castle Acre Memorabilia
Charity Book Shop
Visit our Charity Book Shop, located on Castle Acre High Street. We offer a wide range of books, including first editions and rarities. In addition, Castle Acre Memorabelia and Artwork is for sale.
Current Opening Times
Saturdays
10.30am - 4pm
Bank Holiday Mondays
11am - 3pm
Historic Walks
Castle Acre Memorabilia
Charity Book Shop
Learn about the rich history of Castle Acre. Ideal for Visitors and New Residents to the village.
Small Group Tours take place on the first Saturday of the month for a suggested donation of £10 per person. Tours last approximately 1.5 hours and are led by the Friends of Castle Acre Church Volunteers.
Private Tours can also be arranged.
Send us an email below to book.
Castle Acre Memorabilia
Castle Acre Memorabilia
Castle Acre Memorabilia
Our Castle Acre Memorabilia offers the ideal opportunity to take home a reminder of your time in our beautiful Norfolk village. Perfect also as a gift for family and friends.
Tea Towels
Mugs
Shopping Bags
These can be purchased at the Charity Book Shop, or Church of St James The Great
Get Involved
Charity Book Shop Volunteers
Charity Book Shop Volunteers
Charity Book Shop Volunteers
Do you have a few hours spare a month, or on an ad hoc basis? We always need Volunteers to help run the Book Shop. We would love it to be open more frequently.
Book Donations
Charity Book Shop Volunteers
Charity Book Shop Volunteers
If you have old books cluttering up a corner, we’d be happy to take them off your hands. Pop them in during opening hours, or email us to arrange a collection.
Membership
Charity Book Shop Volunteers
Membership
A perfect way for Castle Acre Residents to get involved. An Annual Membership costs a minimum of £10 and in addition to helping to preserve this historic building, you will receive an Annual Chairman’s Report and direct invitations to events and an invitation to an exclusive annual members event.
Benefactor
Charity Book Shop Volunteers
Membership
Are you interested In making a one off donation, or donating artwork and other pieces that showcase the beauty of Castle Acre? Benefactors will have direct contacts with the Chairperson and Treasurer and will be included in all the Membership privileges.