All events Calendar

Second Sunday of the month 11am Family Worship Third Sunday of the month 11am Holy Communion Fourth Sunday of the month 11am Morning Prayer 5th Sunday of the month Benefice Service at one of the churches across the Benefice. (May (31st) service will be at 10.30am in Barton Church). Please keep an eye on A Church Near You and Facebook (The Benefice of East Dere Street). Please note in May, the fourth Sunday of the month we will be together for the Benefice Confirmation service at Middleton Tyas Church at 10.30am. GL 01/05/2026

Holy Communion

Monthly. Every Third Sunday at for 1 hour
St Peter's Church Croft
South Parade Croft on Tees Darlington, DL2 2SF, United Kingdom

A service with hymns, short sermon, readings and Holy Communion. Everyone welcome.

Pentecost Sunday Benefice Confirmation Service

for 1 hour, 30 mins
Middleton Tyas: St Michael & All Angels
Moulton Road Middleton Tyas Richmond, DL10 6RH, United Kingdom

A special Benefice Holy Communion service held this time at Middleton Tyas Church at 10.30am where the Bishop (Bishop John Pritchard, retired Bishop of Oxford, now living in Richmond), will come and confirm candidates as we all pray for them on their next steps on their journey of faith.

Morning Prayer

Monthly. Every Fourth Sunday at for 1 hour
St Peter's Church Croft
South Parade Croft on Tees Darlington, DL2 2SF, United Kingdom

A service with hymns, readings and a short reflection. Everyone welcome.

Afternoon Tea in aid of St Teresa's Hospice

for 2 hours
St Peter's Church Croft
South Parade Croft on Tees Darlington, DL2 2SF, United Kingdom

Join us at Croft Village Hall for afternoon tea, cakes, savouries and a raffle. £10 per person. To avoid disappointment please book in advance via Carole 01325 789046
GL 2/5/25

Fifth Sunday of the month Joint Service (Sunday 31st May 2026 will bet at Barton Church at 10.30am)

Monthly. Every Fifth Sunday at for 1 hour
Barton: St Cuthbert with St Mary
Church Lane Barton Richmond North Yorkshire, DL10 6JF, United Kingdom

Every time there is a fifth Sunday in the month we come together as a Benefice to have a communion service. We alternate between the 7 churches in our Benefice - Barton, Manfield, Eryholme, Cleasby, Middleton Tyas, Croft, Moulton. Any queries, please contact Rev'd Gillian on [email protected] 07592016476

On the fifth Sunday of the month we come together as a benefice at one of the seven locations.

Family Worship Service

Monthly. Every Second Sunday at for 1 hour
St Peter's Church Croft
South Parade Croft on Tees Darlington, DL2 2SF, United Kingdom

A Service of the Word suitable for all ages. Everyone welcome.

An evening with Chris Lloyd and Alice in Wonderland

for 1 hour, 30 mins
St Peter's Church Croft
South Parade Croft on Tees Darlington, DL2 2SF, United Kingdom

Come and enjoy an evening as we hear all about the history and connection surrounding Alice and Wonderland and Croft Church. An engaging speaker, Chris will share stories and bring it all to life. Tickets on the door, £10, including drinks and nibbles. There will be a raffle...and a warm welcome!