What do we do
Welcome to the website of The Village Alive Trust, a listed buildings preservation charity based in rural North Monmouthshire, which was founded by Rev Dr Jean Prosser MBE in 2004.
As well providing archive material detailing past projects undertaken by the Trust, these pages detail work on the current project which aims to rejuvenate the closed Grade II* church of St Teilo’s at Llanarth near Raglan for community uses. The new uses of this historic church would help address rural isolation, foster well-being, introduce bell-ringing training and allow access to the building’s heritage and history of the area. Much work has already been undertaken on the project, which has reached a crucial development stage and progress updates will feature regularly on this newly launched website.
Details of past and current work, as well as useful links to allied organisations can be accessed on this website which was recently upgraded thanks to a grant from Community Green Energy Advisory Group, www.communitygreenenergy.co.uk
St Teilo's Church
Help us save the historic Grade II* listed St Teilo’s Church in Llanarth for community use! Closed since 2013 due to costly repairs, this rare Gothic-style church is now the focus of a feasibility study led by The Village Alive Trust, working with the Church in Wales. We aim to conserve the building and transform it into a hub for exhibitions, concerts, and community events, while preserving its spiritual heritage. Eco-friendly initiatives like solar panels and sustainable churchyard management are also being explored.
St Teilo’s Church Llanarth from Red90 on Vimeo.
News Articles
Sunshine, dancing, music and good food at Llanarth V E Day
Victory in Europe 80th Anniversary Event to be held at Llanarth
Get Involved
Join us in preserving the heritage of Monmouthshire by becoming a part of The Village Alive Trust! As a volunteer or supporter, you’ll contribute to the conservation of historic buildings and community spaces, helping to keep our local history alive for future generations. Whether you’re interested in hands-on restoration, event planning, or community outreach, there are many ways to get involved. Find out how you can make a difference with us!
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