Wrexham garden party raises funds for cathedral renovation
It was organised by parishioners from the Cathedral Church of Our Lady of Sorrows in Wrexham.
The garden party was held to raise funds for the Cathedral Fund, which is working towards the extensive renovation of the cathedral.
The cathedral not only serves the city but the entire Diocese of Wrexham, from Anglesey and the northern Welsh coast to Montgomeryshire in Mid Wales.
As the seat of the Bishop of Wrexham, it is a place of spiritual leadership, prayer, and pilgrimage for Catholics across North Wales.
However, the building is in urgent need of repair, with key areas of concern including rotting floor beams, outdated heating, and obsolete electrical systems.
The estimated cost for the full restoration is approximately £1.7 million.
In a coincidence, the day also marked Bishop Peter's birthday.
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A spokesperson for the Cathedral Parish said: "It was a day filled with laughter, generosity, and heartfelt community spirit.
"The Cathedral Parish extends its warmest thanks to everyone who attended, volunteered, donated, or contributed in any way to making the event such a meaningful success.
"The journey to restore the cathedral continues, and today's gathering was a strong step forward in ensuring this cherished place of worship remains at the heart of Wrexham's faith and community life for generations to come."
To support the Cathedral Fund, visit: wrexhamcathedral.org.uk
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