Benefice Holy Communion

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
Christ Church, Henton
Address
Christ Church, Henton, Wells Road Henton Somerset, BA5 1PD, United Kingdom

Every fifth Sunday we rotate which church we hold a morning service in so we can all gather together. This time, we’re gathering in Henton Church to share Holy Communion. We're going to be singing hymns accompanied by the organ. There'll also be prayers, Bible readings, and a short talk, with coffee afterwards. We hope that you will join us!

Meditation Group

Occurring
Monday 04 August 2025, Monday 01 September 2025 at for 45 mins
Venue
Buxton's Community Room
Address
Buxton's Community Room, Vicarage Road Wookey Wells, BA5 1JW

It can be hard to meditate or pray on your own, so come and join a friendly group for a time of meditation/silent prayer once a month at Buxton's Community Room (left of Buxton's Close), Vicarage Road, Wookey, BA5 1JW.

Please arrive from 2pm so that we can all be seated by 2:15pm, as there is a security lock on the door. Each session starts and ends with a short reading, but the time in the middle is silent for you. There's a chance to enjoy a cuppa and a chat afterwards too. For more information please contact Julie Moore at: [email protected]

Midweek Holy Communion

Occurring
Every Wednesday at for 45 mins
Venue
St Matthew's, Wookey
Address
St Matthew's Terrace Wookey Wells Somerset, BA5 1JR, United Kingdom

Join other people from local area for a short Holy Communion service without singing. This is a great service to come to if you find it difficult to attend Sunday services or if you want to celebrate Holy Communion during the week.

Bellringing

Occurring
Every Wednesday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Matthew's, Wookey
Address
St Matthew's Terrace Wookey Wells Somerset, BA5 1JR, United Kingdom

Come along and try bellringing! We practice every Wednesday and new people are always welcome! Please be aware that there is a spiral staircase to climb. Hearing the bells ringing out on Wednesday evenings is greatly enjoyed by the residents of Wookey! If you are interested in attending a bellringing session, or have any queries please contact David Sumner by email on [email protected]

Wookey Duck Race

Occurring
for 3 hours, 30 mins
Venue
St Matthew's, Wookey
Address
St Matthew's Terrace Wookey Wells Somerset, BA5 1JR, United Kingdom

Come and join us for a fun evening for all of the community with food, bar, games and stalls opening from 5pm. Plastic ducks are released into the River Axe in Wookey, journeying downstream to near Wookey Church Hall, where there's the finish line, and the ducks are all caught by a barrier. The first race will start at 5:30pm, with local businesses kindly sponsoring races. You’ll be able to buy the ducks from them for £1 per duck, and you can buy ducks on the night. There’ll be games – skittles and hook a duck. Plus sausages in rolls, drinks and delicious cakes! We’ll have a range of other stalls too, for all ages. The money raised goes to St Matthew's Church Wookey.

Quiet Holy Communion

Occurring
In January, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. Every First Sunday at for 45 mins
Venue
St Matthew's, Wookey
Address
St Matthew's Terrace Wookey Wells Somerset, BA5 1JR, United Kingdom

Join us for Holy Communion in a spoken service without singing. This is a calming small service.

Want an introduction to Jesus’ teaching?

Occurring
Saturday 13 September 2025, Saturday 20 September 2025, Saturday 27 September 2025 at for 1 hour
Venue
TBC
Address
TBC

Revd Jan is planning 6 sessions looking at what Christians believe. Get to know others as we discuss the bible and how it relates to our lived experiences. We aim to start in September – probably meeting on Saturday mornings. Please let us know if you're interested in attending, and what time what be best for you, by emailing [email protected]

Time & date given only as an example

Inspire (Informal Worship Service)

Occurring
In February, March, May, August, September, October. Every Second Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Matthew's, Wookey
Address
St Matthew's Terrace Wookey Wells Somerset, BA5 1JR, United Kingdom

Join us for an informal worship all-ages service. This is a great service to attend if you are new to Church or interested in Christianity.

Falling-Out & Making Up

Occurring
Thursday 18 September 2025, Thursday 25 September 2025, Thursday 16 October 2025, Thursday 23 October 2025 at for 1 hour
Venue
TBC
Address
TBC, Henton Somerset

Join a small group to explore stories of fallings-out and making up from the Old Testament. Each week we'll focus on a one work of art, and hear the story of from the Bible. There'll be discussion throughout the session, making a really good space to explore your faith and art. Please let us know if you'd like to attend by emailing Katrina: [email protected]

St Matthew's Day

Occurring
for 2 hours
Venue
St Matthew's, Wookey
Address
St Matthew's Terrace Wookey Wells Somerset, BA5 1JR, United Kingdom

Wookey Church is dedicated to St Matthew, one of Jesus’ disciples. He collected taxes for the Romans so, he wasn’t popular with everyone, but went on to write the first of the gospels.

Join us as we celebrate St Matthew’s Day with the church open for tours to the top of the tower! There’ll be refreshments to enjoy throughout the afternoon, and we're excited about a special performance by Wookey Choirworks!

Walking the Labyrinth

Occurring
for 2 hours, 30 mins
Venue
Henton Village Hall
Address
Henton Village Hall, Henton Wells Somerset, BA5 1PD

Here's an invitation to experience a labyrinth walk with experienced facilitator Nicola Fidgin from Wessex Labyrinth Walks. Nicola will bring her portable labyrinth and guide us through the process of mindful, meditative, prayerful walking.
Next time you come across a labyrinth on your travels, you can step on the path and be ready to quieten your mind and open your heart! Places are limited – first come, first served basis. Suggested donation £10 to cover costs. Contact Julie Moore – 01749 671933

Holy Communion

Occurring
In January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. Every Fourth Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Matthew's, Wookey
Address
St Matthew's, Wookey, St Matthew's Terrace Wookey Wells Somerset, BA5 1JR, United Kingdom

Join us for a service of Holy Communion. There will be hymns, prayers, Bible readings and a short sermon too. Plus tea and coffee are usually served after the service.