All events Calendar

15/08/2025 at 20.00hrs - VJ Day 80 - Beacon Lighting on the Green, Stowupland 27/08/2025 - GREAT NEWS - Public announcement of new Rector of our Benefice. 30/08/2025 - Music for a late Summer Evening with Declan Hickey - St Mary's, Wetherden 06/09/2025 at 18.45 for 19.30hrs start - An Evening of Song - Holy Trinity church, Stowupland 07/09/2025 at 10.00am - Lay Elder Commissioning service at St John the Baptist church, Needham Market 06/10/2025 - Benefice Institution and Induction of new Rector - Revd Andrew Buttress at St Mary's church, Haughley - 7.30pm 02/11/2025 - Invitation to a service of Memorial and Thanksgiving - Holy Trinity church, Stowupland - 3.00pm 09/11/2025 - Remembrance Day Service 10.50am at Holy Trinity church, Stowupland 15/11/2025 - Stowupland church Annual Christmas Fayre - Stowupland Village Hall - 10.00 till 4.30pm 30/11/2025 to 28/12/2025 - Advent and Christmas Services in the Benefice 07/12/2025 - Parish Communion Service at Holy Trinity church, Stowupland - 09.30am 08/12/2025 - Carols at Steeple View - 11.00am 14/12/2025 - Christingle Service at Holy Trinity church, Stowupland - 4.00pm 20/12/2025 - Coffee, Cake and Chat at Holy Trinity church hall, Stowupland - 10.00-12 midday 21/12/2025 - Carol Service with Stowmarket Concert Band at Holy Trinity church - 6.30pm 24/12/2025 - Crib Service at Holy Trinity church, Stowupland - 4.00pm 24/12/2025 - Benefice Midnight Communion at St Mary's church, Wetherden - 23.30pm 25/12/2025 - Christmas Celebration Service at Holy Trinity church, Stowupland - 10.00am 28/12/2025 - Benefice Holy Communion Service at St Mary's church, Wetherden - 11.00am Happy New Year to All 17/01/2026 - Coffee, Cake and Chat at Holy Trinity church Hall, Stowupland - 10.00 to midday 25/01/2026 - our Lent lunches will commence on the 25th February for 5 weeks (4th, 11th, 18th and 25th March) at Holy Trinity church hall, Stowupland - 12noon - 1.30pm 18/02/2026 - Lent and Easter program. 18/02/2026 - Benefice service - Ash Wednesday at St Mary's church, Wetherden - 7.00pm 21/02/2026 - Coffee, Cake and Chat at Holy Trinity church hall, Stowupland - 10.00am 08/03/2026 - Benefice Elder Commissioning at St Mary’s church, Haughley at 11.00am 08/03/2026 15/03/2026 - Mothering Sunday service - 9.30am at Holy Trinity church, Stowupland 29/03/2026 - Palm Sunday service - 11.00am - Benefice service at Holy Trinity church, Stowupland 30/03/2026 - Holy Week Compline service - 9.00pm - Holy Trinity church, Stowupland 02/04/2026 - Benefice Agape Supper - 7.00pm at Holy Trinity church, Stowupland 03/04/2026 - Good Friday - Hour at the Cross service - 2.00pm at Holy Trinity church, Stowupland 05/04/2026 - Easter Sunday Holy Communion - 9.30am at Holy Trinity church, Stowupland 26/04/2026 and 03/05/2026 - Bluebell Woods and Gardens at Haughley Park in aid of Wetherden Parish church - 2.00-5.30pm - £5 Adults Under 16s - Free - Teas in the Barn 25/04/2026 - Holy Trinity Craft Fayre - Stowupland Village Hall - 10.00 - 4.30pm 11/05/2026 - Advert for a Benefice Children and Families worker 12/05/2026 - New Assistant Administrator for Benefice appointed - Lynne Mahon 24/05/2026 - Pentecost Celebration Communion - Holy Trinity church, Stowupland at 6.30pm 31/05/2026 - Trinity Sunday Benefice Service at St Mary's, Wetherden - 11.00am 11/06/2026 - Appointment of New Benefice Children & Families Worker Part-time - Mrs Jo Ling 09/08/2026 - Benefice Summer Lunch at the Vicarage, Haughley 01/-9/2026 - Start of New Service format for Benefice. 17/09/2026 - Talk on 'Haughley Park' - at St Mary's church, Wetherden - 17th Sept at 19.30hrs - Tkts £5.00 available from e-mail '[email protected]' 25/10/2026 - "Earthrise" Service Holy Trinity, Stowupland at 4.00pm 01/11/2026 - Benefice Communion service at St Mary's, Wetherden 11.00am 01/11/2026 - All Souls Memorial service at Holy Trinity, Stowupland 3.00pm 08/11/2026 - Remembrance Day service - Holy Trinity, Stowupland at 10.50am 21/11/2026 - Christmas Fayre - Stowupland Village Hall 10.00-4.30pm

Evening Prayer / Holy Communion

Monthly. Every Fourth Sunday at for 1 hour
Holy Trinity, Church, Stowupland
Holy Trinity Church Stowupland Stowmarket, IP14 4BQ, United Kingdom

Traditional Evening Prayer with Hymns or alternating with Holy Communion with Hymns.
During the Winter months starting in October, this service will start at 4.00pm.

Evening Prayer - "Earthrise" service Sunday 25th Oct - 4.00pm

for 1 hour
Holy Trinity, Church, Stowupland
Holy Trinity Church Stowupland Stowmarket, IP14 4BQ, United Kingdom

"The Earth is the lord's, and everything in it" Psalm 24.1
You are welcome to come and join us for our "Earthrise" service. We believe that God created the earth and gave human beings a distinct responsibility to care for creation. All are welcome.

Benefice of Haughley with Wetherden and Stowupland - Midweek Prayer and Praise Services 2026

Every Wednesday at for 1 hour
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 11 Nov 2026
Benefice Parish churches/vicarage
Benefice Parish churches/vicarage, Various, United Kingdom

Our next Wednesday morning Benefice midweek Morning Communion service is at the Vicarage, Haughley on 28th October at 10.00am
All are very welcome.

The weekly schedules are as follows:
1st Wednesday of Month – Morning Prayer & Praise Service at Stowupland
2nd Wednesday of Month – Morning Prayer & Praise Service at Haughley
3rd Wednesday of Month – Morning Prayer & Praise Service at Wetherden
4th Wednesday of Month – Morning Holy Communion at The Vicarage, Haughley – (if sufficient numbers will move to St Mary’s church).
5th Wednesday of Month – Prayer & Praise (‘Dwelling in the Word’) in Maxwell Charnley room, Haughley.
All are very Welcome.

Benefice Communion service

for 1 hour, 30 mins
Wetherden, St Mary the Virgin
Wetherden, St Mary the Virgin, Wetherden Stowmarket, IP14 3LB, United Kingdom

We welcome you to join our 3 parishes for our Benefice Communion service in St Mary's, Wetherden followed by refreshments and fellowship.

All Souls Memorial Service - Holy Trinity, Stowupland - Sunday 1st November 3.00pm

for 1 hour
Holy Trinity, Church, Stowupland
Holy Trinity Church Stowupland Stowmarket, IP14 4BQ, United Kingdom

Stowupland Church at 3pm
Haughley Church at 5pm
Over the years there are many people we have loved but have now died. The All Souls service is a time to remember them.
You are very welcome to come to this service, it does not matter how long ago someone died or where their funeral took place.
We hope you will be able to join us, together with other members of your family or with friends who would like to come. You will be welcome at either of the services, whichever one is most convenient for you.

Remembrance Day Service

for 1 hour, 25 mins
Holy Trinity, Church, Stowupland
Holy Trinity Church Stowupland Stowmarket, IP14 4BQ, United Kingdom

You are very welcome to join us for this Service of Remembrance.
As we gather to remember those who gave their lives in war, those who returned carrying lasting wounds, and all who continue to serve in the cause of peace and justice.
As we remember the sacrifices of the past, we commit ourselves afresh to the pursuit of peace, reconciliation, and hope.

WILD IN WETHERDEN - FOREST CHURCH

Monthly. Every Second Sunday at for 1 hour
Wetherden, St Mary the Virgin
Wetherden, St Mary the Virgin, Wetherden Stowmarket, IP14 3LB, United Kingdom

Our next service will be on Sunday 8th November at St Mary's, Wetherden and the theme will be ' BIRDS OF THE BIBLE'
“Into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.”
Meet at Church - Activities for all - Wander and wonder - Return to the church to share and celebrate with refreshments. CHILDREN WELCOME & ADULTS WELCOME.

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Morning Prayer

Monthly. Every Third Sunday at for 45 mins
Holy Trinity, Church, Stowupland
Holy Trinity Church Stowupland Stowmarket, IP14 4BQ, United Kingdom

Morning Prayer from Common Worship.

Christmas Fayre - Saturday 21st November 10.00 - 4.30pm

for 6 hours, 30 mins
Stowupland Village Hall
Stowupland Village Hall, 3 Church Rd,, IP14 4BQ, United Kingdom

A warm welcome awaits you at our Christmas Fayre held in Stowupland village hall. There are lots of stalls to browse for Christmas gifts etc and we are expecting a surprise visitor during the afternoon. Come and join in the fun. There will be refreshments, cakes etc.

Communion Service

Monthly. Every First Sunday at for 1 hour
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 1 Nov 2026
Holy Trinity, Church, Stowupland
Holy Trinity Church Stowupland Stowmarket, IP14 4BQ, United Kingdom

Common Worship communion with hymns - Everyone Welcome

Sunday Praise

Monthly. Every Second Sunday at for 45 mins
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 8 Nov 2026
Holy Trinity, Church, Stowupland
Holy Trinity Church Stowupland Stowmarket, IP14 4BQ, United Kingdom

A warm, informal service of worship for all ages

Join us for a joyful time of praise, prayer, Bible teaching, and fellowship as we gather to worship God together. Whether you are a regular churchgoer, exploring faith, or visiting for the first time, you will find a warm welcome. Everyone is welcome. Stay afterwards for tea, coffee, and conversation.

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Coffee Cake and Chat

Monthly. Every Third Saturday at for 2 hours
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 21 Nov 2026
Holy Trinity, Church, Stowupland
Holy Trinity Church Stowupland Stowmarket, IP14 4BQ, United Kingdom

"A warm welcome, a slice of cake, and good company." ☕🍰😊
On the 3rd Saturday of every month we open up the Church Hall behind Stowupland Church for Coffee, Cake and Chat.

Take a break and join us for coffee, cake, and a friendly chat in a warm and welcoming setting. This is an informal opportunity to meet others in the community, make new friends, and enjoy good conversation over refreshments.

Everyone is welcome, and there is no charge to attend.

Suitable for all ages.