MEMBERS of St Mary’s Church in Painswick have been awarded a national prize for the best creative use of an industrial building.
The derelict and abandoned grave diggers hut was transformed into a much-needed tourist information centre back in 2015, following a fundraising effort worth £10,000.
However, due to a communication breakdown it has taken two years for a presentation to take place.
Vicar at St Mary’s Church, The Rev Mike Holloway was extremely pleased the scheme got national recognition.
“As it was such a small scheme I was surprised at the recognition it received.
“I am very pleased that this wonderful facility is up and running as it is hugely important for a town like Painswick.
“The centre is run by volunteers and that shows great community spirit.”
Amber Patrick, co-ordinator for the Association for Industrial Archaeology was present to award the prize.
“This was a very significant victory for the organisers of the Tourist Information Centre as it is by someway the smallest scheme we have ever awarded the prize to.
“It was a very interesting and appropriate use of a small industrial building.”
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