Facilities and features
Accessibility
We have a portable ramp that allows easy access for wheelchairs/pushchairs.
We have large print hymn books for our Sunday services.
Assistance dogs are welcome in the church.
Our Building
St Matthew's is a Grade II* Listed Building.
Music and Worship
We have a set of five bells, which are rung before the morning service on Sundays, and on special occasions.
We have lunchtime concerts most Thursday lunchtimes, showcasing some of the young musical talent from the local conservatories.
We have a fine three manual Walker organ, which was restored in 1999. It is a brilliant example of romantic organ building, and is used to lead worship at most of our services.
Our professional choir is mostly made up of conservatoire vocal students, and they lead worship at most of our Sunday morning services during term time. They sing at more services during Christmas and Holy Week.
Groups, Courses and Activities
Our Lego Club meets every Tuesday during term time, from 3:45-4:45pm. We have 45 minutes of free play with a vast quantity of Lego, followed by a story from the Lego Bible.
Our weekly Bible study is held on Zoom most Wednesday evenings during term time.
Help for Visitors
We host a community cafe alongside out Food Bank every Wednesday evening from 4pm until 6pm.
Other Features
We are located in the Bayswater Conservation Area.
We have some small rooms to the side of the church that are available for occasional hire, and are willing to consider the church for hire for suitable events.