Rushall: St Matthew

Upavon: St Mary the Virgin

St. Mary the Virgin serves the large village of Upavon. There is a shop, hairdresser, and two public houses within the village, serving the local agricultural community as well as those who commute and in some surrounding military establishments. About 50 new houses have been built in the village in the last 2 years.

St Mary’s has a small regular congregation of 12- 15. There are usually two Holy Communion services a month, one BCP and one more modern service. Of the other services each month, one is priest-led and the other lay-led. Morning Prayer is said every Tuesday morning.

There is a keen group of bellringers who ring and practise regularly..

St Mary’s also works closely with neighbouring churches at St Matthew’s Rushall and St. Peter’s Charlton St Peter.

Charlton: St Peter

St. Peter’s is the focal point of the Charlton St. Peter’s community, hosting village functions, coffee mornings and fund-raising activities. These community get-togethers are always well supported and enjoyed by all.

Alton Barnes: St Mary the Virgin

St. Mary’s Church is the Spiritual Centre of the villages of Alton Barnes and Alton Priors. The atmosphere of peace and tranquillity in St. Mary’s Church is often remarked upon by our many visitors.

Two services are held each month on the first and third Sundays. Our small congregation is al;ways welcoming to newcomers and visitors. We are fortunate to hold some services in All Saints Church, Alton Priors, (Churches Conservation Trust) but only during July and August. The PCC is responsible for both Churchyards.

Beechingstoke: St Stephen

St. Stephen Beechingstoke, lies to the west of Pewsey and has a good community spirit with the church providing the focal point for village events.

There are two services a month, Communion and an informal Breakfast Service with worship, music, tea, coffee, and hot rolls beforehand.

We are a welcoming community and would love to see you at one of these services or events.

Easton Royal: Holy Trinity

Holy Trinity Easton Royal, together with the school and village hall forms the nucleus of the village. Being small c 200 people, the same families tend to be involved in all three communities. We always do our best to welcome new people (when health guidelines allow) into the life of the village, which is close-knit and has an active social life. There is pride in the friendliness and inclusivity of the community. There is a resourceful fundraising team that raises much-needed funds for all areas of the village.

Huish: St Nicholas

St. Nicholas is part of a combined parish with Holy Trinity Oare, and usually has two services a month, including traditional Communion from the Book of Common Prayer. The Church is well supported by local people at major festivals, and it is lovely to see it decorated for Harvest.

The church has a small but dedicated congregation and is much loved and attended by all sorts of people, and remains the focal point in the major landmarks of people’s lives as does its Vicar.

You would be most welcome at one of our services.

Manningford Bruce: St Peter

St. Peter Manningford Bruce is an historic Grade 1 listed building, certainly dating as far back as the 11th Century and located at the end of Church Street just off the A345 south of the village.

Peaceful and prayerful, the church has services twice a month on the second and fourth Sundays, starting at 9.30. Holy Communion is held on the fourth Sunday.

Normal Sunday services hold congregations of between 8 and 15, but on major festivals the church is normally packed. Special services include a joint Harvest Festival, Remembrance Sunday, and the very popular Pets Service and Carol Service (see service listings for more details).

Visitors are most welcome and will be greeted warmly by the regular congregation. Coffee and biscuits are offered at the end of every regular service and it is a great opportunity to meet and foster new friendships.

Milton Lilbourne: St Peter

Our beautiful C13th church is open all day from around 10.00-5.00 or sunset in the winter.

We would be delighted for you to visit it, please do sign the Visitors Book on a chest at the crossing. You will also find a Visitors Guide there.

There is a box to the left of the door and a QR code on the Notice Board in the Porch if you would like to leave a contribution to the upkeep on your way out