St. Peter's Church, Gayton, part of the Mid-Trent Churches Team

St. Peter's Church is Grade II* listed, was built in the 12th century, and retains the original Norman chancel arch along with several 13th and 14th century features. The nave and tower were rebuilt in 1732, and the church underwent extensive restoration in 1870. The tower houses two bells, one inscribed "Jesus Be Our Spede 1608" cast by Willam Clibury, the other cast in 1748 by Matthew Bagley.
The walls are built from grey sandstone, local hand-made brick and ashlar, although some stonework from the earlier building has been incorporated.

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Our Vicar is The Rev'd Vivienne Starkie.

Associate Miniser The Rev'd Vivienne Starkie
01889 - 271046

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SERVICES AT St. PETER'S CHURCH, GAYTON.

Sunday 13 September 2026 Sunday at for 1 hour
St. Peter's Church, Gayton, part of the Mid-Trent Churches Team
Church Lane, Gayton Stafford, ST18 0HL, United Kingdom

OUR NEXT SERVICE IS:
13th September Praise Together Holy Communion at 10-00am, St. Peter's Church, Hixon, led by Rev'd Vivienne Starkie and Andy Cooper.

OUR OTHER SERVICES:
20th September Holy Communion at 9-30am, St. Andrew's Church, Weston, led by Rev'd Carl Rudd.
27th September Holy Communion at 9-30am, led by Rev'd Vivienne Starkie.
4th October Harvest Festival with Holy Communion at 11-15am, St. Andrew's Church, Weston, led by Kate Tague.
11th October Praise Together Morning Praise with Songs of Praise at 10-00am, St. John the Baptist Church, Stowe by Chartley, led by Andy Cooper.
18th October Holy Communion at 9-30am, St. Andrews' Church, Weston, led by Rev'd Carl Rudd.
PLEASE REMEMBER THE CLOCKS GO BACK ONE HOUR ON SUNDAY 25th OCTOBER.
25th October Holy Communion at 9-30am, led by Rev'd Vivienne Starkie.
On Wednesday 28th October there is a special service of thanksgiving at 7-00pm for St. Rufin, Burston, led by Bishop Matthew.

Most of our churches have services based on Common Worship which aims to facilitate meaningful worship experiences for congregations, incorporating contemporary language and inclusive practices to engage modern worshipers.
For services in other churches please click on "Church Services Across Mid-Trent Team" to see our service rotas.
We try to make our church services as friendly as possible. Please don’t worry about getting things ‘wrong’. Even if they notice, people won’t mind. At Communion services, everyone is equally welcome, whether you feel able to share the bread and wine or prefer just to stay seated for a time of quiet. Finally, we are interested in you, not what you are wearing - but note that in the winter it can be difficult to heat our church so you may need to wrap up warm!

Our Team Ministry
News

More Than Just Volunteering: My Journey with the Mid-Trent Churches

We were privileged to be a part of Lucas Attwood's Duke of Edinburgh bronze award. He now shares what it’s really like to support our church community.

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Safeguarding

Our parish of St Peter's, Gayton, is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Lichfield’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

St. Peter's Church, Gayton, part of the Mid-Trent Churches Team Charity No. 620367