Matlaske Benefice

The Matlaske Benefice comprises of 7 wonderful parish Churches in North Norfolk. 

The Benefice seeks through all it does to radiate the love of Christ through prayer and service. 

Matlaske, Plumstead, Edgefield, Baconsthorpe, Corpusty & Saxthorpe, Hempstead, and Barningham Winter

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Phone us: 01263 577 252

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What's on

Eucharist

for 30 mins
Hempstead: All Saints
The Street Hempstead Holt, NR25 6AH, United Kingdom

Begin Your Sunday in Peaceful Community: 8:30 AM Eucharist

Start your Sunday grounded in prayer and reflection at our quiet, spoken Eucharist service. This intimate gathering offers a serene space to hear the word, share in communion, and connect deeply with Christ and each other. Families with children are especially welcome – a gentle, participatory start to the Lord's Day for all ages.

Come as you are, and share in the simple joy and wonder of Christ's presence among us. All are truly welcome.

Breakfast Church - a New Service

for 1 hour, 30 mins
Saxthorpe with Corpusty: St Andrew
The Street Saxthorpe Norfolk, NR11 7DG, United Kingdom

Join us for Breakfast Church—a new, interactive style of worship where faith, fellowship, and food come together. More than just a service, this is a chance to connect, reflect, and share in a relaxed and welcoming space.

We’ll start at 10am with tea, coffee, and fresh pastries—because good conversations often begin around the table. At 10:30am, we’ll move into a time of music, prayer, and Bible reading and prayer.

There will be a short talk on an aspect of the Bible and how this can be seen in our lives. Come and discuss this over tea/coffee and croissants...

Whether you’re a regular at church or just curious, come as you are - We’d love to see you!

The Annunciation of the Lord

for 30 mins
Matlaske St Peter
The Street Matlaske Norwich, NR11 7AQ, United Kingdom

On Wednesday 25th March at 9am, we gather at Matlaske Church for a quiet and reflective Eucharist to celebrate the Feast of the Annunciation—the day the Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her she would become the mother of Jesus . This beautiful moment, when a young woman said "yes" to God's extraordinary plan, marks the beginning of our salvation and reminds us of the power of faithful obedience.

This year, our service carries an additional significance. On this very same day, at Canterbury Cathedral, the Most Reverend Sarah Mullally will be installed as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury—the first woman to hold this historic office in the Church's 2,000-year history . The Feast of the Annunciation was chosen deliberately for this enthronement, linking Mary's faithful response to God's call with Archbishop Sarah's own vocation to serve the Church and the nation .

During our service, we will hold Archbishop Sarah in our prayers as she begins her public ministry, and we give thanks for her life of service—as a nurse, as a bishop, and now as our Primate . As Mary carried Christ into the world, so too is the Archbishop called to point us towards him. All are welcome to join us at 9am for this special morning as we celebrate the Annunciation and pray for God's blessing upon our new Archbishop.

Our churches

Safeguarding

The Matlaske Benefice is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO.

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO [Ms. Emma Youngs; email: [email protected]; Tel 07884 432 412] or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor [https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/safeguarding/contact-our-safeguarding-advisers/]. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

contact our safeguarding advisers