PLANS have been drawn up for alterations at Grade 2 Listed St Mary’s Church, Great Sankey, Warrington.
They involve the demolition of a flat-roofed link corridor between the church – which dates from around 1767 – and an annexe used as a family room which would be improved with new toilets, a kitchen and new front and rear entrances to the corridor.
A new entrance from the corridor to the family room would have a sliding screen within it, so that two small, separate meeting rooms could be formed.
The new facility would be used to provide more space for children’s groups and other church meetings. It would incorporate environmental efficiency measures, including roof insultation, making use of rainwater from the roof and reduced flush toilets. Building materials to be used will b e energy efficient where possible.
The church has consulted with members of the congregation and immediate neighbours.
The plans will now be considered by Warrington borough council planning officers.
