A glowing symbol of “light and hope” has been reinstalled on the top of one of Watford’s landmark buildings after it was blown down in a storm.
The ten-metre illuminated cross has been lifted back into place on the roof of YMCA’s Charter House, replacing one that was lost during storm Eunice in February 2022.
The cross lit up Watford’s skyline for more than 20 years and staff, volunteers and residents are pleased to see it return. Chief Executive of One YMCA Guy Foxell said: “For so many people across the town this is a symbol that brings light and hope, and we’re thrilled to see a new weather-proof cross secured into place. We challenge any storm to try and remove it!”Since it was built in 1975, the charity’s Charter House has been the tallest and most prominent building in the heart of Watford, but that is changing due to the ongoing development of high-rise structures.
“Our town is changing,” said Tim Roberts, One YMCA’s Head of Christian Mission and Culture, “and it will be a reassurance to many who’ve been around for a while to once again be able to look up at night and see an illuminated cross back on the skyline.” Charter House is home to nearly 200 residents, with staff and volunteers offering a range of support to men and women with housing needs.
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