A Historic Church, A Sustainable Future

For over 100 years, we have proudly supported the restoration of local churches—and we’re thrilled to share our latest collaboration at St Mary’s Church, Lawford.

In partnership with The Friends of St Mary’s,  Bells Power Group Ltd (led by  Chris Rust), and an incredible team of specialists, we’ve helped deliver a groundbreaking upgrade: the installation of a large commercial air source heat pump.

This 12th-century church is now set to become one of the most sustainable in the country, powered by green grid energy and zero-carbon tech. Off-site manufacturing allowed us to install the system with minimal disruption—an innovation in both heritage and environmental care.

Special thanks to Chris Lister and his Historical Team and the ever-dedicated Megan Howes (Church Warden) and the Chelmsford Diocese for their support in bringing this vision to life.

A first-of-its-kind achievement.