From the outset, the Chapel was firmly placed right at the centre of school life and on Sundays, Miss Willis took the service and preached a sermon. Her sense of poetry and drama enriched the services and girls appreciated her openness which was encouraged. Cynthia Wood (Boot DH 1942) wrote, “I always felt that Downe was a Christian community in action, where you were accepted and could make mistakes, be forgiven, learn and start again with impunity.” The Chapel has continued to play a fundamental role in the life of the school and the building today would be familiar to all generations, although minor changes have been made.
The best way to find out more about Downe House is to experience it for yourself. Book a personal tour or join us at one of our Open Mornings, available throughout the year.
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