Stelling: St Mary
Listed Building Grade: I
Church Information
Upper Hardres with Stelling
The United Wye Benefice
Stour Valley
Canterbury
I
51.1964, 1.0645
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Rainwater Saving Community Scheme
At Stelling: St Mary, the I listed building presents an excellent opportunity for implementing a community rainwater harvesting system. As a historically significant building, The church can significantly reduce its water bills by collecting rainwater from its roof catchment area.
The harvested rainwater can be used for:
- Watering the church garden and grounds
- Flushing toilets in the church hall
- Cleaning church furnishings and floors
- Irrigation for community allotments run by the church
- Emergency water supply for community events
With the church's location in Upper Hardres with Stelling, the average annual rainfall of 600-700mm in the Canterbury diocese area makes rainwater harvesting a viable and sustainable solution. The system would help protect the historic fabric of the building by managing water runoff more effectively, while also engaging the local community in sustainable practices.
Benefits for Stelling: St Mary
Water Bill Savings
Up to 50% reduction in water costs
Garden Irrigation
Sustainable watering for church grounds
Heritage Protection
Better water management for historic fabric
Community Engagement
Involves local community in sustainability
Coordinates
51.1964, 1.0645
Annual Rainfall
600-700mm in Stour Valley
Get Involved
Interested in setting up a Rainwater Saving Community Scheme at Stelling: St Mary? Our team can provide a tailored assessment and help design a system that meets the specific needs of your church community.
Upper Hardres with Stelling, Stour Valley Deanery
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