NO PENSION FOR DHCT at 65
Mrs Charlotte Springett, Public Relations DHCT (L) and Mrs Valentine Simson, Chair of Dorset Arts Society
Other speakers included David Burnett, founder of the Dovecott Press, who considered the romance of Dorset churches. He was followed by the Bishop of Ramsbury, who is the Church of England’s lead bishop on parish church buildings. He emphasised the way that churches are buildings of hospitality and sanctuary for everyone.
John Stokoe, former Chairman, David Grant, Chairman, Lord-Lieutenant and Angus Campbell, former Lord-Lieutenant
The Chairman of the Trustees, His Honour David Grant, thanked the Abbey for allowing this event to take place and Milton Abbey School for providing catering and facilities, as well as Sir Andrew Graham and his team for planning the occasion.
David Burnett addresses the guests
HM Lord Lieutenant, Mr Michael Dooley, attending in his official capacity as the President of the DHCT, thanked everyone for coming and wished the Trust another 65 successful years. He said that, over the centuries, churches had been places of harmony and he hoped that everyone present would continue to work together in harmony for the benefit of our wonderful churches.
Dr Tim Connor, David Burnett, Dr Andrew Ramsay, Bishop of Ramsbury, David Grant
Kate Adie makes a point to Michael Dooley and Angus Campbell
David Grant meets the Architects