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Charlton Church holds two services per week, and a Bible discussion group every Friday morning. On the last Sunday, there is a service for reflection and healing: The Journey. 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, and now an annual family-friendly concert given by Bradstow Music. 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 the first and third Thursdays from 10 till 11 (Church Hall in cold weather). Free with donation.

OPEN CHURCH AND COFFEE BREAK

Every First, Third Thursday at for 1 hour
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom

Each 1st and 3rd Thursday, 10am - 11am, the church is open. All are invited to visit. No strings attached.

Discussion group

Every Friday at for 1 hour
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom

Join a small, friendly group who discuss the week's Bible readings in the church.

Said Eucharist

Every Sunday at for 45 mins
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom

Shortened version of the 09.30 service. All are most welcome

Sung Eucharist

Every Sunday at for 1 hour
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom

Service of Holy Communion with hymns and songs

HERITAGE OPEN DAY - MUSIC AND HISTORY

for 3 hours
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom

The church will be open from 9am till noon for visitors to explore the building with a walkaround guide while listening to music in the beautiful acoustic. Director of Music, Richard Davies, will give three short recitals of the music of J.S. Bach. Refreshments will be available.

CHARLTON FINE ARTS PRESENTS THE RINGLEMERE ENSEMBLE

for 1 hour
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom

The brilliant Ringlemere Ensemble returns to Charlton Fine Arts to perform Brahms' Piano Quartet in C Minor and works by Nadia Boulanger and members of the ensemble.

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THE JOURNEY - SERVICE OF REFLECTION AND HEALING

Monthly. Every Last Sunday at for 1 hour
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom

A quiet service once a month, with reflective music and readings.

BUBBLE CHURCH

Monthly. Every Fourth Sunday at for 30 mins
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom

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]

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THREE GROUPS CONCERT

for 2 hours
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom

Bringing together three super ensembles: Revelation Strings, Much Wenlock Choir, Snowdown Male Voice Choir

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CHARLTON FINE ARTS PRESENTS HILDEGARD REVISITED - PRECIOUS HOPE - WITH PENELOPE TURNER

for 1 hour
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom

An authentic, unique approach to performing medieval music and the contemporary works it inspires
Penelope Turner sings Hildegard von Bingen’s 12th century chants alongside her own compositions that set this uplifting music in a 21st century context
Before the concert there will be a short participatory session during which Penelope will introduce the 12th century musical notation from which she sings.

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