St Oswald's Grasmere

A very warm "Welcome!" to St Oswald's Church, Grasmere

We are in the heart of the central Lake District, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. St Oswald's is a medieval church on a 7th century site - a sacred place of prayer and celebration since the earliest days of christianity in northern Britain. William Wordsworth with his wife Mary and sister Dorothy Wordsworth rest in our churchyard along with their family and villagers. 

Locals and visitors "belong" here, both for quiet reflection and the joy of communal worship and music on Sundays and festivals. 

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Rev Lawrence Basham - Rector

St Oswald`s
Church Stile
Grasmere
Cumbria

LA22 9SW
Lawrence Basham - Rector
07891 001592

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Carols by Candlelight

for 1 hour
St Oswald's Grasmere
St Oswald's Church Church Stile Grasmere, LA22 9SW, United Kingdom

Traditional readings and carols in a beautiful candlelit church, with music from St Oswald Voices. The choir will sing the Grasmere Carol by Sir Arthur Somervell, which was dedicated to the Grasmere Players in 1924. Mulled wine and mince pies served after the service. Everyone is welcome.

News

How do you like your Christmas?

Carols by candlelight, or with a pint of beer? Midnight mass, or an afternoon by the crib? Open air, or with family on Christmas morning? Or perhaps Christmas is difficult, and you want space for reflection? Read more for our services at a glance.

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Safeguarding

Church of England leaders are committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and protecting them from harm.

The parish Safeguarding Officer is Mrs Anne Rawcliffe at [email protected] The Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser is Joanna Van Lachertop on 07458016884 or [email protected]

Parish Safeguarding Handbook

St Oswald's Grasmere Charity No. 1181346