Lichfield Cathedral Central Spire:
Restore, Reopen, Reveal
Lichfield Cathedral has been awarded a grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) to repair its central spire. The 12-month project will restore the structure, reopen the space to visitors, and explore what the landmark means to the community. By conducting oral history interviews with individuals, community groups and craftspeople we have a unique opportunity to gather stories about the cathedral and its famous spire. Recording memories will help bring to life the history and culture of the site and provide an opportunity to reflect upon the past, present and future of this iconic building, while preserving a legacy for future generations.
At the end of the project, our collection of stories will be available through a new digital resource and will form the basis for a forthcoming exhibition at the Cathedral.
To be part of this exciting new project as an Oral History Interviewer or helping with Records and Data Management at Lichfield Cathedral, please read our role descriptions for further details.
Oral History Project Volunteers
Interviewer
Assisting and supporting the Heritage Engagement Coordinator to deliver the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) funded project Lichfield Cathedral Central Spire: Restore, Reopen, Reveal by interviewing people who have come forward as having a connection with Lichfield Cathedral and are happy to have their memories recorded.
To find out more please see the role description which can be downloaded here.
Applications to be received by 10 September 2023
Records and Data Management
To ensure that oral history interview recordings and memories submitted through webforms as part of the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) project Lichfield Cathedral Central Spire: Restore, Reopen, Reveal are stored correctly, and that suitable indexes and metadata (such as keywords) are created so that information gathered for the project can be easily searched.
To find out more please see the role description which can be downloaded here.
Applications to be received by 10 September 2023
How to apply
To apply, please complete the voluntary declaration form and application form below:
Voluntary declaration form
Application form
For further details or an informal chat, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Jenny Lewis on:
T: 01543 622497
E: volunteers@lichfield-cathedral.org
If you would like to be a part of this important ministry, we'd love to hear from you!
Safeguarding
Lichfield Cathedral is committed to equal opportunities and to the safeguarding and protection of all children, young people and adults, and the care and nurture of children within our church communities. We will carefully select, train and support all those with any responsibility within the organisation, in line with Safer Recruitment principles.
For further details, please contact the Office Manager on 01543 306140 or email recruitment@lichfield-cathedral.org