Charlton Church holds two Communion services per week, another bi-monthly Communion, a Bible discussion group every Friday morning and Bubble Church for little ones up to age 7 every fourth Sunday. Numerous concerts take place at the church, and there are regular social events, such as lunches, Bingo, film shows (warm space) and fairs. Charlton hosts large-scale musical experiences for children, organised by The Big Reveal and Deal Music and Arts. Numerous local schools, including the Charlton Church of England Primary School, hold their annual services at the church. The church is generally open for visitors on Saturday mornings, and the Charlton Church Cafe is open on Thursdays from 10 till noon (Church Hall in cold weather). Free with donation.
A quiet service in the Lady Chapel on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month
Thursday mornings, 10-12, in the church (church hall from November).
Dog walkers welcome.
Tea, coffee, biscuits, cake.
Take the weight off your feet. Come in for a chat, for quiet reflection, to light a candle or to speak to Revd Melissa.
Children and dogs are welcome (children's area with toys).
Join a small, friendly group who discuss the week's Bible readings in the church.
Shortened version of the 09.30 service. All are most welcome
Service of Holy Communion with hymns and songs
Read here about the current season of concerts brought to you by Charlton Fine Arts. An outreach of Charlton Church, the concert series brings affordable, high-quality, life classical music to Dover, to enhance cultural life in the town and combat loneliness.
The concerts are fairly evenly spaced, approximately one a month between September and June. See brochure for details.
Every 4th Sunday at 4pm, a lovely experience for the under 7s and their parents. Learn about the Bible and Jesus with fantastic puppet shows! With songs and participation. Make friends and have fun! Enjoy the cakes! You will want to come back. Enquiries to [email protected]
Every 4th Sunday at 4pm, we welcome little ones and their parents for the fun of Bubble Church. Starting with coffee and cake, we progress to song, story, activity and prayer. Come and meet the puppets!
On Sunday, 8th March - Music with (or without) Lunch! Extending the hospitality for which Charlton Church is known, we present two wonderful Kent musicians: the engaging flautist Rebecca Jackson with debonair pianist Spencer Payne, alongside a delicious light lunch!
While away a Spring afternoon listening to a delightful mixed programme of classical and lighter music: Bach, Poulenc, Bizet, Kern (Smoke gets in your Eyes), Youmans (Tea for Two), Chopin, Piazolla, Debussy's beautiful Syrinx - and more. An hour's lovely music in the glorious acoustic of Charlton Church, interspersed with refreshments.
Seating for lunch is limited - book quickly! Or book just to sit back and enjoy the music - tea / coffee included.
Online booking only. BOOKING CLOSES ON 1ST MARCH.
Tickets: (with lunch) £13; (just the music + tea/coffee) £10
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/st-peter-and-st-pauls-charlton-church-dover/music-with-lunch/2026-03-08/12:30/t-qmjenax
Charlton Fine Arts glorious season 03 resumes on 29th March with an appearance by The Ickham Ensemble. Familiar faces Kokila Gillett-Khan and Helen Crayford will be joined by cellist Anita Strevens to perform three remarkable piano trios from some of the giants of 19th century music, two Czechs Dvorak and Smetana, and one Russian, Arensky.
This is an excellent opportunity to hear this powerful repertoire, and where better than in the grandeur and superb acoustic of Charlton Church!
The church will be open from 2.30pm for drinks, and light refreshments will be served.
BOOK HERE OR CASH ON THE DOOR
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/st-peter-and-st-pauls-charlton-church-dover
Schools and community groups display their art works inspired by the theme of HOPE.
Come and see the pieces, choose something to buy if you like, and create something of your own. Free entry. Refreshments.
