Trust are elated as the project receives a 2024 Civic Trust Award

A Fantastic Achievement For This Vital Community Hub In Sheerness.

Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust have been awarded a ‘Highly Commended’ mark as part of the 2024 Civic Trust Award ceremony, for the restoration project of the Sheerness Dockyard Church. The Civic Trust Awards proudly celebrated its 65th Anniversary with the Awards Ceremony held on Friday 22nd March at The Concorde Conference Centre, Altrincham.

The church building prior to the start of the renovation work.
Photo by James Brittain

Over 320 projects were entered from across the UK, Canada, France, Germany, Lithuania, Malta, Poland and USA, reflecting the schemes continuing international reach. Following a rigorous assessment process, 140 projects were recognised as Regional Finalists and from these, 68 were presented with National/International Awards or were Highly Commended by the Civic Trust Awards, Pro-Tem Awards, AABC Conservation Awards and Selwyn Goldsmith Awards for Universal Design. 

The interior prior to the start of the works. Scaffolding stabilizing the damaged building.
Photo by James Brittain

The Civic Trust Awards scheme was established in 1959 to recognise outstanding architecture, planning and design in the built environment. Please visit the relevant page below for more information on each of our application categories, details of how to apply, rules of entry, frequently asked questions etc.

Interior gallery co-working space following restoration.
Photo by Dirk Lindner

The interior after the renovation showing the Dockyard model exhibits.
Photo by Dirk Lindner

As part of the assessment for the application the Judges’ Commented saying:

“As a cultural heritage asset, the Sheerness Dockyard Church stands not only as a physical restoration but as a catalyst for community pride and engagement.”

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