More than 40 people turned out to witness the formal unveiling of the brand new wall at the Good Shepherd Church on March 22nd.
The new vicar, the Reverend Christopher Henriette, led the event, which followed morning service. After a blessing, James Murdoch, the Church Warden who led the fundraising effort, explained the lengthy process involved in getting the Wantage Road wall rebuilt.
The ribbon was cut by John Walsh whose building firm saved the day after the original contractor pulled out. He was able to provide the expertise to exactly copy the original Victorian wall, which can still be seen on the Handen Road side.
A plaque commemorating the occasion includes acknowledgment of all those who helped, including the architects and building surveyor.
The Lee Manor Society supported the crowdfunding effort which helped pay for the work. Charles Batchelor from the Society renewed an offer to plant a tree in the Church grounds.
