Guildford Cathedral receives over 100,000 visitors a year, but is in urgent need of repair. With £500,000 left to raise of its £7m target, a trio of Surrey students have produced a documentary about the history of this amazing landmark
As part of their undergraduate media studies course, Samantha Jewiss, Jade Small and Nicole Cheng, produced a 10 minute documentary, and short 1 minute clip which will be used to help promote the Cathedral Appeal. The documentary, which includes interviews with the Dean, Archivist and Chief Guide, highlights the amazing story of the People’s Cathedral.
Samantha said “We were really pleased to be able to produce our documentary about the Cathedral and its Appeal. The Cathedral is very important to us and students alike, therefore it was a rewarding project to work on. The documentary was an exciting opportunity to transfer the skills from our degree into something with a purpose – raising awareness about a vital aspect of Guildford. We were very happy to be able to MAKE OUR MARK.”
Siân Newton, Fundraising & Appeal Director at the Cathedral said: “We are so grateful to Samantha, Jade and Nicole for working with the Cathedral on this project. It’s one of many examples of partnership between the Cathedral and University. It’s great to see a new generation’s perspective on the Cathedral and its vital place in the community. “
“The documentary is yet another way local people have joined in our MAKE YOUR MARK campaign. Our fundraising is now focused on raising the £1/2m needed to complete the Appeal“.
Remaining funds are needed for repairs and improvements, such as the overdue restoration of the Cathedral organ. These vital components of the Appeal will enable the Cathedral to serve the community in the twenty-first century through art, music and outreach.
You can watch the documentary here, and make a donation at the Guildford Cathedral website
TEXT MARK02 £10 (or any amount) to 70070, or send donations (payable to Guildford Cathedral) to Guildford Cathedral, Stag Hill, Guildford GU2 7UP.
