Welcome to St Leonard's, your local parish church. We are a friendly church, seeking to be God centred, relationship-driven and life-transforming. Please come and join us at any of our events to find out more! You are assured of a warm welcome. St Leonard's is open daily as a quiet sanctuary away from a busy world.

Coffee Morning and Community Larder

Occurring
Every Monday and Friday at for 2 hours, 30 mins
Venue
Bamber Bridge, St Aidan
Address
Station Road Bamber Bridge Preston, PR5 6QL, United Kingdom

The Community Larder is based on the grounds of St Aidan's Church. It offers a wide selection of food items including frozen and refrigerated goods as well as tinned, fresh and dry items at a nominal charge for those on low incomes.
Whilst you await your turn you can enjoy a cuppa and refreshments at our coffee morning in the Community Hub. There is no charge however, we do ask for a donation if you are able to help cover the costs. Please come and join us and meet new friends.

This service is ongoing as long as there is a need.

Sequence Dancing

Occurring
Every Friday at for 2 hours
Venue
Bamber Bridge, St Aidan
Address
Station Road Bamber Bridge Preston, PR5 6QL, United Kingdom

Come and enjoy an evening of dancing at St Aidan's Community Hub. Whether you're just learning or experienced, there is something for everyone.
Every Friday Night with bar and raffle

St Leonard's Parish Communion

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
Walton le Dale, St Leonard
Address
Church Brow Walton-le-Dale Preston, PR5 4HJ, United Kingdom

We gather to worship God in Word, song and Sacrament.

St Aidan's Parish Communion Service

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 1 hour, 15 mins
Venue
Bamber Bridge, St Aidan
Address
Station Road Bamber Bridge Preston, PR5 6QL, United Kingdom

We gather to worship God in song, Word and Sacrament.

A Celebration of the Life of Lyndon Blase Cornwell 1993 - 2026

Occurring
Monday 16 February 2026 at for 1 hour
Venue
Walton le Dale, St Leonard
Address
Church Brow Walton-le-Dale Preston, PR5 4HJ, United Kingdom

Funeral Service at St Leonard's Church, Walton-le-Dale, on Monday 16th February 2026 at 10:45am, followed by Committal at Preston Crematorium.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to Red Rose Recovery.

Explore the Bible - discover Jesus

Occurring
Every Monday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Aidan's Church, Station Road, Bamber Bridge or your own home
Address
St Aidan's Church, Station Road, Bamber Bridge or your own home

A discussion group on Monday evenings 7-8.30p.m. Reading passages from the Bible then through a series of questions, discussing the meaning in a safe, friendly environment via zoom.

Friday mornings 10-11a.m.

Wednesday Communion Service @ St Aidan's

Occurring
Every Wednesday at for 30 mins
Venue
Bamber Bridge, St Aidan
Address
Station Road Bamber Bridge Preston, PR5 6QL, United Kingdom

We gather to worship God in Word and Sacrament.
A said Communion service in contemporary language may include a short sermon.

Wednesday Communion Service @ St Leonard's

Occurring
Every Wednesday at for 45 mins
Venue
Walton le Dale, St Leonard
Address
Church Brow Walton-le-Dale Preston, PR5 4HJ, United Kingdom

We gather to worship God in Word and Sacrament.
A said Communion service in contemporary language, may include a short sermon.

Lent Bible Study with Scripture and video open to all regardless of biblical knowledge

Occurring
Every Friday at for 1 hour, 45 mins
Start date
Please note that this event will not start until
Venue
Bamber Bridge, St Aidan
Address
Station Road Bamber Bridge Preston, PR5 6QL, United Kingdom

Fancy a journey through Lent or want to explore the Lenten and easter journey in the Christian faith, leading to its pinnacle, a time of preparation, repentance and renewal in the Christian Church?
Join us on Friday, 20th Feb @ 10 am in the Institute (behind St Aidans Church) for our Lenten journey. This is open to seasoned Christians and seekers.
There will be refreshments and, more importantly, friendship as you explore.

– River through the desert-
Week 1 Friday 20th February The Desert
Week 2 Friday 27th February The Well
Week 3 Friday 6th March The Mountains
Week 4 Friday 13th March The Sea
Week 5 Friday 20th March The Road
Week 6 Friday 27th March The Garden

If a morning session doesn't fit for you, drop me an email @ [email protected], and we can do an evening session.

Messy Church is back!

Occurring
Sunday 11 January 2026, Sunday 08 February 2026, Sunday 08 March 2026, Sunday 12 April 2026 at for 1 hour
Venue
Bamber Bridge, St Aidan
Address
Station Road Bamber Bridge Preston, PR5 6QL, United Kingdom

Messy Church is worship for the whole family

Messy Church takes place on the second sunday of the month @ St Aidan's Community Hub, Station Road, Bamber Bridge 3-5 pm. Families are welcome to come and enjoy being together, eating together and celebrating God together through stories, music and prayer.

Please come and join us. Everyone is welcome.

For more details and to book your place, contact [email protected]

Admission is free. However, donations are gratefully received. We offer a range of creative activities, including painting, printing, collages, clay, and cookie decoration, among others. After craft, everyone sits down together for a hot meal and cake. A vegetarian option will be available. FOOD ALLERGY DISCLAIMER: Please discuss any food allergies in advance when booking.

All children must be accompanied by an adult and stay together the whole time.

Second Sunday of the month

Mothers Union

Occurring
Monthly. Every Second Wednesday at for 1 hour
Venue
Walton le Dale, St Leonard
Address
Church Brow Walton-le-Dale Preston, PR5 4HJ, United Kingdom

We meet at St. Leonards Church on the second Wednesday of each month. For more information, contact Wendy Barber 01772 827443
There are no meetings held in August.

Friends of the Church of St Leonard's St Patrick's Night Quiz & Grub

Occurring
Saturday 14 March 2026 at for 3 hours, 30 mins
Venue
Bamber Bridge, St Aidan
Address
Station Road Bamber Bridge Preston, PR5 6QL, United Kingdom

Tickets £12 inc Irish Supper
Available from Hiliary Anslow 07734267764 or Audrey Jackson 07986632219
Doors Open 6.30pm
Bar will be open

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Benefice Easter Bingo

Occurring
for 3 hours
Venue
Bamber Bridge, St Aidan
Address
Station Road Bamber Bridge Preston, PR5 6QL, United Kingdom

At St Aidan's Community Hub
Doors Open at 6.30pm
Eyes down 7pm
£1 per book or 5 books plus flier £5