Legacy and In Memory Giving

“We are privileged to have been volunteers in Winchester Cathedral for several years. We have loved being members of the Cathedral Community and to have played a small part in the evolving history of this amazing building, a place that means so much to so many people.

As with all historic buildings, maintenance and improvements are ongoing expenses and we shall be leaving a gift in our Wills as a ‘Thank you’ for all that the Cathedral has given us by enriching our lives in so many different ways.

We hope that our gift will help to ensure that the Cathedral continues to be a special place, enjoyed by the many people who will come after us.”

“I’ve always loved Winchester! There’s something very special about this place, especially the beautiful cathedral and its surrounding estate. It’s been part of my life for so long, and I wanted to do something to ensure that my family (and their families) can benefit from the same sense of belonging that I’ve enjoyed.

And, if I’m honest, while it’s not just about the tax benefits, it was helpful to know that gifts to charity are exempt from Inheritance Tax. Knowing that a legacy gift might also reduce the overall tax bill for my estate made it feel like a good decision all round.

In the end, I chose to name three of my favourite charities in my will, and it really wasn’t hard to decide that Winchester Cathedral should be one of them.”

The cathedral’s traditions, worship, and community engagement, ensuring the cathedral remains a welcoming and spiritually vibrant place for all.

Choristers’ education, vocal training and development to maintain the high standards of music that enrich the music experience for worshippers and visitors. The cost of sustaining this excellence is approximately £0.9 million annually.

Our long-term project for making vital repairs and maintenance to the extensive South Nave Aisle exterior wall.  Up close, a wealth of detail is visible; finely carved stone, grotesques and gargoyles and delicate, sensitive and descriptive stained glass, which takes skilled craftspeople to conserve and restore at a cost which is estimated to be in the region of £1.5 million over 10 years.

The essential expenses such as lighting and heating, which are crucial to maintaining a warm and welcoming environment for all who visit, as well as the salaries of dedicated staff who keep the cathedral running, from clergy and musicians to maintenance and administrative teams.