A traditional Church of England Communion Service following "Common Worship Order 1" (i.e. "modern language"!) . We sing 4 hymns- usually well-known Anglican hymns but also a selection of more recent hymns written in the traditional style, to be accompanied on the organ. Refreshments served at the end - a good way to get to know folk. All are most welcome to receive Holy Communion if they do so in any other Christian church/tradition.

At present we have no organised Sunday School/Children's group during the 9.30am service, but there is an area at the back where small children are welcome to play. "Messy Church " is held every 1-2 months: please contact us for more details. At the moment this is usually on a Sunday morning after the 9.30am service.

A short and informal service led by members of the St Aidan's congregation. Morning Prayer from "Common Worship" is said, along with prayers for our local community, its needs and its people.

Our take on Messy Church is a bit different- we focus on exploring God's creation in and around our churchyard (winter and summer- come dressed for the day!). We then share refreshments together and a prayer.
But that's not all- the Messy Church team is also turning its hand to theatre in the Sunday service! Several times a year - but especially at Easter and just before Christmas- we present a dramatized version of the stories at the heart of the Christian faith.

Our Messy Church remains, as it elsewhere, something for the whole family, though with a particular emphasis on engagement with primary-school- aged children. Please come and join the fun with us....

PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DETAILS OF THE MESSY CHURCH PROGRAMME FOR 2025/6

A less formal service of Holy Communion for all ages, to celebrate our Harvest Festival, with a special contribution from our Messy Church team.