REACh stands for Reorder – Extend – Advance – the Church.
In March 2017 All Saints’ approved a scheme to reorder and improve our building. The PCC set up a Steering Group to work with an architect to develop the vision. The plan below gives a general idea of the envisaged changes.
Phase 1 – 2018-19 (shaded blue) improved the west end. It:
- created a new, larger Meeting Room
- relocated and upgraded the Office
- greatly increased storage space
- brought light into the main Entrance by glazing main doors
- enlarged the entrance into the Nave
- rewired throughout
- upgraded and zoned the east end and Nave heating system
Phase 3 – 2019-20 (shaded pink) redesigned the east end (Chancel). It:
- created a new prayer space at the heart of our building
- added an inspirational coloured glass feature (see below)
- renewed and refreshed the overall visual impact facing the front
- added a raised staged area with ramp for increased visibilty
- vastly improved the audio visuals and lighting
- installed a sunken baptistry
Phase 2 (shaded yellow) focuses on the south side. It is hoped it will:
- create a new Café with Library
- open up the south wall adding sliding glass doors
- reorient and enlarge the Pastoral Office
- create a Storage Cupboard for the new Café
Phase 4 (shaded green) is about extending to the north. It is hoped it will:
- create space for about 40 additional chairs
- improve phonic and thermal insulation of the windows throughout the building
