Buildings and heritage

The property team manages parsonages, church buildings, and heritage matters across the diocese — ensuring they are safe, well-maintained, and serve our communities into the future.

Simon Holland

Parsonage Board Inspector

Responsible for inspections and maintenance of clergy housing across the diocese.

Email: simonholland@cinw.org.uk

Liz Wheat

Property and Heritage

Oversees the diocesan property portfolio and heritage advice for church buildings.

Email: lizwheat@cinw.org.uk · Tel: 01874 611891

Richard Hollocks

Diocesan Churches Inspector

Conducts quinquennial inspections and advises on building condition and repairs.

Email: richardhollocks@cinw.org.uk · Tel: 01874 623716

Kes Seymour

Administrative Assistant — Churches & Pastoral Committee

Administrative support for the Churches and Pastoral Committee.

Email: kesseymour@cinw.org.uk · Tel: 01874 623716

Pip Elton

Administrative Assistant — Parsonage Board

Administrative support for parsonage matters and the Parsonage Board.

Email: pipelton@cinw.org.uk

Alison Amphlett

DAC Secretary (Part-time)

Secretary to the Diocesan Advisory Committee for faculty applications and church alterations.

Email: alisonamphlett@cinw.org.uk · Tel: 01874 640650

What the team handles

Parsonage inspections and maintenance
Quinquennial church inspections
Faculty applications and DAC advice
Heritage guidance and conservation
Diocesan Trust property portfolio
Churches and Pastoral Committee administration

Medieval stone carving at Brecon Cathedral

Heritage

Living our history

Discover our historic churches across the diocese