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Bignor is a classic small Downland hamlet within 6 miles of the ancient Sussex towns of Arundel, Petworth and Pulborough. It is noted for its picturesque Downland scenery, an important Roman Villa on the historic Stane Street and the grade I stone-built medieval Holy Cross church.
The church at Bignor is mentioned in the Domesday Book, the font and simple chancel arch being a remnant of the 11th century, although the church was entirely rebuilt in the 13th century. The nave is lofty with cathedral-like proportions for such a small church and as such the acoustics are very good encouraging the church to be used on a regular basis for concerts, talks, poetry readings, art exhibitions and festivals which, with a predominantly candle-lit atmosphere, has resulted in full-house audiences on a regular basis.
The church at Bignor is mentioned in the Domesday Book, the font and simple chancel arch being a remnant of the 11th century, although the church was entirely rebuilt in the 13th century. The nave is lofty with cathedral-like proportions for such a small church and as such the acoustics are very good encouraging the church to be used on a regular basis for concerts, talks, poetry readings, art exhibitions and festivals which, with a predominantly candle-lit atmosphere, has resulted in full-house audiences on a regular basis.
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Nick Symes (church warden)
Stane House
Bignor
Nr Pulborough
West Sussex
RH20 1PQ
Tel: 01798 869454
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Holy Communion
Philip Jones,archdeacon of Lewes, guest preacher.
Sunday 26th September 2010 at 10:00 AM for 1 hour
The Horsham Borough Band
25 piece classic English brass band and the top award winning in the South. Mix of classical brass works from memorable tunes such as Sussex-by-the-Sea to high profile orchestral works from composers such as John Ireland. Magical sounds in an ancient church.
Saturday 2nd October 2010 at 7:30 PM for 2 hours
Talkestra Classical Concert
Talkestra concert with flute, clarinet and piano playing a range of classics from the great composers. Talkestra Concerts are reknowned for their warmth and a great rapport between players and audience.
Saturday 16th October 2010 at 7:30 PM for 2 hours
Choral Matins
Sunday 24th October 2010 at 10:00 AM for 1 hour
Gigspanner
The Gigspanner concert. Peter Knight's (Steeleye Span) group play amazing music that includes a bit of jazz, a bit of folk, a bit of classical all mixed together for an incredible sound experience. Peter's fiddle playing is superb. Returning for a second visit to Bignor following sell-out concert in 2009.
Saturday 20th November 2010 at 7:30 PM for 2 hours
Holy Communion
Advent Sunday
Sunday 28th November 2010 at 10:00 AM for 1 hour
Convivium Singers
A choral delight from an established choir of professional and amateur musicians with wonderful voices. Rare works from Eastern Europe together with specially composed pieces will feature in this candlelit concert.
Saturday 4th December 2010 at 7:30 PM for 2 hours
Christingle
By the light of over 600 candles, a very moving service on Christmas eve - when Christmas really begins.
Friday 24th December 2010 at 5:00 PM for ¾ hour
Other information
A Church Near You ID: 4788
Built: 13th century
Architect: Restored by George Edmund Street
Built: 13th century
Architect: Restored by George Edmund Street
Archdeaconry: HORSHAM (102)
Deanery: PETWORTH (10206)
Benefice: Barlavington Burton w Coates Sutton and Bignor (10/017BF)
Parish Legal Name: SUTTON (100284)
Basic Parish information (10/284)
Current Editor: Nick Symes