87-year old takes 'leap of faith' for Skipton church carbon-neutral appeal
THE heart of Skipton came alive as residents, visitors, thrill-seekers - and Batman - gathered for the exhilarating 'Leap of Faith' fundraising event in support of Holy Trinity Church.
The event, held on the same day as Skipton Car Show, featured daring sponsored abseils from the 90-feet high church tower; stalls from community partners such as Martin House and St George's Crypt homeless shelter in Leeds and pop-up refreshments from Bean Loved. It was all done in a spirited effort to raise funds for carbon neutral heating and improved access in the grade one listed parish church.
The event drew participants and spectators from Craven and beyond, who watched fundraisers descend the tower to the cheers of an enthusiastic crowd. Some 35 people took the leap including members of the congregation, townspeople and visitors, all united by a shared commitment to preserving the church's legacy.
Oldest to take the plunge was 87-year old Robert Hall, while three generations of the Lowans family, ranging in ages from 14 to 81 years old, also took the 'leap of faith', and Kevin Burnett donned a Batman suit to make his descent.
Rev Doug Rice-Bowen, Curate of Holy Trinity, who also took part, said: 'This church has stood at the centre of Skipton for centuries, and on the day of the event it stood at the centre of a joyful celebration of community spirit. We're so thankful to everyone who took part and supported this event—whether they jumped, donated, or simply came to cheer. Every penny raised will help secure the future heritage of this remarkable place for all the people of Skipton and Yorkshire.'
The Leap of Faith is part of a broader campaign to raise awareness and funds for restoration work at Holy Trinity, including a new heating system and access improvements designed to ensure everyone can enjoy the church's history and heritage. The church remains an active place of worship and a venue for music, culture, and community outreach.
Holy Trinity is aiming to raise £500,000 for its new carbon neutral system. The church made the decision in 2021 to go carbon neutral by 2030. It was granted planning permission last year by North Yorkshire Council to carry out the work which includes the installation of air source heat pumps, an electric boiler and the fitting of new internal pipes and radiators.
Donations can still be made via https://www.justgiving.com/team/htsleapoffaith?utm_medium=TE&utm_source=CL
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