The Basildon Benefice

We are a lively, friendly and adventurous benefice of three Anglican churches serving the whole of our community here in West Berkshire. We cover the beautiful villages of Basildon, Aldworth and Ashampstead where we seek to love God and bless our communities. Across our three churches we can really offer something for everybody. Whether you value traditional or contemporary worship styles, whether you’re enquiring about a wedding, baptism or funeral, or if you’d like to know more about God’s amazing love for you, then there is something for you here.

We believe in being a church for all people to meet with God through the love of Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit. Our prayer is that all of us might come to know the joy and freedom that comes from being unconditionally loved, whatever our background and whatever our experience so far in life.

Take some time to look around our website or even get in touch with us. We’d be delighted to hear from you. 

Please see our Benefice website thebenefice.uk for lots more information. 

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Phone us: 01491 671555

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Service Pattern

Every Sunday at for 23 hours, 45 mins
St Stephen's Upper Basildon
Pangbourne Road Upper Basildon Reading, RG8 8LS, United Kingdom
St Clement's Ashampstead
Church Lane Ashampstead Reading, RG8 8SL, United Kingdom
St Mary's Aldworth
Bell Lane Aldworth Reading RG8 9SB, RG8 9SB, United Kingdom

Please take a moment to check the infographic below to see which services are happening this weekend and at what times — we rotate our services each week so the location and style may change, except for major celebrations and festivals (Harvest, Remembrance, Easter, and Christmas) when we hold dedicated service times. If you’d like a handy reminder, sign up for our weekly email to find out exactly where Sunday services will be held, or simply consult the table below. We welcome newcomers, families, walkers, and visitors with open arms — if you have any questions about attending or what to expect during a service, do get in touch; we’re here to help and would love to meet you.

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Safeguarding

Our whole 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 Parish 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 by using the button below or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor by calling 01865 208 295 or email [email protected]. 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

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