The Vyne appeal

Water is running in. Time is running out. Help us repair the roof so future generations can continue to enjoy this special place

Children at The Vyne, Hampshire
Help us restore The Vyne's chimneys

Help us repair The Vyne’s roof 

The Vyne’s roof is leaking and causing serious damage to the building and the many unique treasures it holds. Your gift today will help re-tile the roof, rebuild the chimneys, repair parapets and improve guttering so that rainwater no longer gets in during heavy rain.

Help repair the roof with a gift today
Room view of Oak Gallery at The Vyne, Basingstoke, Hampshire

The Vyne’s survival depends on people who care 

Standing proud and strong for over 500 years, The Vyne in Hampshire was the charming home of the Chute family, who lovingly restored and took care of it over four centuries. We are able to enjoy a glimpse of this history thanks to centuries of care from a long line of custodians and now The Vyne is depending on us.

The Vyne's roof needs your help

Help re-tile the roof by making a gift today 

The clay tiles on the roof have succumbed to decades of wear and tear, and water is seeping in. The effect is heart-breaking: original wooden Tudor beams have been damaged and the central staircase is at risk with cracks in the ceiling above. Your gift today will help re-tile the roof and prevent irreversible damage.

Maintence to the roof of The Vyne

The Vyne's chimneys need your help 

The constant pressure of wind and rain has led to structural instability and the chimneys are now leaning dangerously to one side. Will you help us stay true to the original architectural style by giving a gift today to help repair and rebuild?

Empy tapestry room at The Vyne

Help protect priceless collections 

The Vyne is home to a precious collection of furniture and artworks dating back to the Tudors. Rare tapestries have already had to be removed due to water damage. Help us fix the structural issues so this unique collection can be safely displayed once again.

What your gift could do

  • £25 could buy a handmade clay tile and fund a craftsperson to lay it and make sure it is watertight

  • £35 could cover the cost of replacing a specially-made brick for one of the chimneys to fix dangerous loose masonry

  • £50 could help to repoint half a square metre of parapet to secure the roof and protect it for future generations

Donate to The Vyne appeal

With your support we can repair the roof of the The Vyne and secure its future for everyone to enjoy

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