Ealing concertgoers have saved their church from closure after council proposals threatened its survival.
A controversial plan to extend a controlled parking zone on Perivale Lane sparked alarm among concert faithful who feared the measures would abolish their free afternoon concerts.
However, they sent over 360 letters of opposition, forcing the council to change its plans.
Dr Hugh Mather, Chairman of The Friends of St. Mary’s Perivale, told City News this is “wonderful news”.
The retired doctor, who organises the concerts, said: “I am pleased to report that the proposed CPZ has now been modified, and the cul-de-sac which provides parking for our concerts, will NOT be affected after all.”
St. Mary’s Perivale has been hosting free afternoon concerts for over twenty years, and donations go to maintaining the 12th century church.
The church hosts free afternoon concerts on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday afternoons
These concerts offer a rare opportunity for young musicians to play a paid, recorded classical music recital.
Meanwhile, for many audience members, they are vital for bringing the community together.
Dr Mather praised Ealing Council “for graciously amending their plans to ensure our survival, while still helping local residents,” saying “this is a happy outcome for all the interested parties”.
He also thanked locals for their faith and support, praising “the goodwill of so many local people and musicians”.
Ealing Council previously told City News that their “aim is to support thriving community events while ensuring parking arrangements are fair, consistent, safe and accessible for everyone.”
“Our priority is to keep Perivale Lane accessible, safe and attractive for residents, visitors and businesses,” they continued.
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Ealing concertgoers have saved their church from closure after council proposals threatened its survival.
A controversial plan to extend a controlled parking zone on Perivale Lane sparked alarm among concert faithful who feared the measures would abolish their free afternoon concerts.
However, they sent over 360 letters of opposition, forcing the council to change its plans.
Dr Hugh Mather, Chairman of The Friends of St. Mary’s Perivale, told City News this is “wonderful news”.
The retired doctor, who organises the concerts, said: “I am pleased to report that the proposed CPZ has now been modified, and the cul-de-sac which provides parking for our concerts, will NOT be affected after all.”
St. Mary’s Perivale has been hosting free afternoon concerts for over twenty years, and donations go to maintaining the 12th century church.
The church hosts free afternoon concerts on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday afternoons
These concerts offer a rare opportunity for young musicians to play a paid, recorded classical music recital.
Meanwhile, for many audience members, they are vital for bringing the community together.
Dr Mather praised Ealing Council “for graciously amending their plans to ensure our survival, while still helping local residents,” saying “this is a happy outcome for all the interested parties”.
He also thanked locals for their faith and support, praising “the goodwill of so many local people and musicians”.
Ealing Council previously told City News that their “aim is to support thriving community events while ensuring parking arrangements are fair, consistent, safe and accessible for everyone.”
“Our priority is to keep Perivale Lane accessible, safe and attractive for residents, visitors and businesses,” they continued.
