Rejuvenating an Icon
The Rejuvenating an Icon campaign focuses on the restoration of the celebrated, Grade II listed Hemsted House, particularly repairing its roof.
Hemsted House, our Grade II listed landmark, is one of Benenden’s most treasured buildings. Its historic façade and architectural significance make it central to the identity of the School.
We are now actively restoring Hemsted to safeguard it for generations to come. Action is vital: addressing issues today prevents far more disruptive and costly repairs in the future. Specialist teams are currently restoring key areas of the Victorian roof, safeguarding original craftsmanship while making important safety and efficiency upgrades.
This significant project is already supported by generous members of our community. Like many independent girls’ schools without large endowments, Benenden relies on philanthropy to achieve its strategic aims and maintain its leading position in girls’ education. Every contribution makes a meaningful difference.
Further support will help us complete this vital conservation work and ensure Hemsted House continues to stand as a symbol of educational and architectural excellence for generations to come.
Ways to Give
Every gift, large or small, brings us closer to preserving the historic Hemsted House for future generations. With £500,000 of our £2 million fundraising target already secured, we now seek to raise the remaining £1.5 million through the support of our global community.
There are a number of ways to support the restoration of Hemsted House, whether you are based in the UK or elsewhere around the world. Every contribution brings us closer to Rejuvenating an Icon.
Single Gift or Gift by Instalment
If you would like to make a single gift as one payment, or in instalments, please complete the pledge form below and make your donation via bank transfer to one of the following bank accounts:
Via Benenden School Hong Kong Trust HKD
Account: 015-514-40-39232-4
The Bank of East Asia Ltd, 10 Des Voeux Road, Central, Hong Kong
BACS Transfer: Benenden School (Kent) Ltd GBP
Account: 05509343 Sort Code: 18-00-02
IBAN: GB16 COUT 1800 0205 5093 43 BIC/SWIFT Code: COUTGB22
Coutts & Co, 440 Strand, London, WC2R 0QS
Regular Gift
If you have a UK bank account and would like to make a monthly, twice annual, quarterly or annual regular donation by Direct Debit, please complete the donation form below.
Further Campaign
Resources
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Read the brochure
Find out more about the aims of our Rejuvenating an Icon project.
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Find answers to some frequently asked questions about The Centenary Campaign.
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Hear first-hand why members of our incredible community choose to give back to Benenden.
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Find out more about what it would mean for you to become a Benenden Patron.
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To secure Hemsted’s future, we are seeking 95 heroes to pledge their support, with options to give at a variety of levels. View our gift table to learn more.
Transforming Lives
The Benenden Society and The BSSA
With Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal as its President, The Benenden Society is a vibrant community of all those connected to our School. Whether you are a Senior, parent, a parent of a Senior, an Honorary Senior or Friend of the School, The Benenden Society together with the BSSA welcome you to join us in celebrating and supporting our School.
