Please refer to the weekly pew sheet on the ‘news and notices’ for any addition's or changes to the regular services.

Church on the Trees - Revive Café

Occurring
Every Tuesday at for 30 mins
Venue
Willingdon Trees Community Centre
Address
Willingdon Trees Community Centre, Holly Place Eastbourne, BN22 0UT, United Kingdom

Drop in at 10.15am for refreshments then you are welcome to stay for our Church on the Trees Worship at 11.00am.
All are welcome!

Church on the Trees - Worship

Occurring
Every Tuesday at for 1 hour
Venue
Willingdon Trees Community Centre
Address
Willingdon Trees Community Centre, Holly Place Eastbourne, BN22 0UT, United Kingdom

Church on the Trees provides a welcoming space for worship, reflection, and connection. Open to people of all backgrounds, we host regular services, prayer gatherings, and faith-based events that bring the community together in a spirit of unity and support.

Morning Prayer

Occurring
Every Wednesday and Sunday at for 30 mins
Venue
St Mary the Virgin
Address
Church Street Willingdon Eastbourne, BN20 9HT, United Kingdom

Morning prayer offers a way to start the day with focus, gratitude, and intention, ranging from structured Christian services.

Eucharist

Occurring
Every Wednesday at for 45 mins
Venue
St Mary the Virgin
Address
Church Street Willingdon Eastbourne, BN20 9HT, United Kingdom

A central Christian ritual commemorating Jesus' Last Supper, involving consecrated bread and wine, symbolising his body and blood, as a thanksgiving and remembrance of his sacrifice.

BCP Holy Communion

Occurring
Every Thursday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary the Virgin
Address
Church Street Willingdon Eastbourne, BN20 9HT, United Kingdom

The Book of Common Prayer (BCP) Holy Communion is the traditional Anglican/Episcopal service (Eucharist) centered on taking bread and wine in remembrance of Jesus Christ's sacrifice.

Holy Communion

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 30 mins
Venue
St Mary the Virgin
Address
Church Street Willingdon Eastbourne, BN20 9HT, United Kingdom

A central Christian ritual reenacting Jesus' Last Supper

Encounter

Occurring
Monthly. Every Last Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary the Virgin
Address
Church Street Willingdon Eastbourne, BN20 9HT, United Kingdom

Encounter is a space to meet God in prayer and praise, by singing worship songs and celebrating Holy Communion together.
Less traditional than our other Sunday service; it’s a great place to ‘Encounter’ God in a different way, particularly families and those new to church.

There will be a laying on of hands in the Ratton Chapel after the Encounter service.

Mass n’ Chips followed by Compline

Occurring
for 1 hour, 45 mins
Venue
St Mary Hampden Park
Address
St Mary Hampden Park, 69 Decoy Drive Eastbourne, BN22 9PP, United Kingdom

Stay with us after the Eucharist to enjoy Fish and Chips together.

Compline proceeds straight after supper.

For more information or to reserve your place please speak to Annie Compton or email [email protected]

Parish Partnership Men’s Breakfast

Occurring
Monthly. Every First Saturday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
Willingdon Golf Club
Address
Willingdon Golf Club, Southdown Rd Eastbourne BN20 9AA, BN20 9AA, United Kingdom

We come together on the first Saturday of the month for breakfast at Willingdon Golf Club (venue changes occasionally so please refer to the weekly pew sheet). Please see Trevor Amey or email [email protected] for further information.

Messy Church

Occurring
Saturday 07 February 2026, Saturday 02 May 2026, Saturday 04 July 2026, Saturday 03 October 2026, Saturday 05 December 2026 at for 2 hours, 30 mins
Venue
St Mary’s Church Hall
Address
St Mary’s Church Hall, Church Street WILLINGDON, BN20 9HT, United Kingdom

Messy Church takes place at the church hall, Church Street, from 3.00 to 5.30pm usually on the first Saturday of the month. All upcoming sessions can be found on the service and events calendar.

All are very welcome to accompany their children. We welcome parents, grandparents, carers, aunts and uncles. There’s lots of fun and fellowship as we spend quality time together. The sessions start off with fun activities, games and crafts, followed by songs and stories in church. Returning to the hall a meal is then served for everyone.

There is no charge for Messy Church.

If you will be attending and have any special dietary requirements, or would like to be added to the Messy Church mailing list, please contact the office:-
[email protected]

Parish Eucharist

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 1 hour
Break
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 26 Apr 2026, 31 May 2026, 28 Jun 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 30 Aug 2026, 27 Sep 2026, 25 Oct 2026, 29 Nov 2026, 27 Dec 2026
Venue
St Mary the Virgin
Address
Church Street Willingdon Eastbourne, BN20 9HT, United Kingdom

The central Christian worship service, also called Holy Communion or Mass, where a local church community gathers to share bread and wine, remembering Jesus' Last Supper, involving bible readings, prayers, a sermon, and a final blessing, uniting believers as the body of Christ and sending them out to live their faith.

Tea and coffee served in the Church Hall after this service.

Last Sunday of each month - Please see Encounter Service

Ladies Fellowship Coffee Morning

Occurring
Monthly. Every Second Saturday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
Morrisons Café
Address
Morrisons Café, Lottbridge Drove, Eastbourne, BN23 6QN, United Kingdom

We come together on the first Saturday of the month for coffee (or tea) at Morrisons Café Eastbourne (venue changes occasionally so please refer to the weekly pew sheet). Please email [email protected] for further information.

Taizé Eucharist

Occurring
Monthly. Every Third Wednesday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary the Virgin
Address
Church Street Willingdon Eastbourne, BN20 9HT, United Kingdom

A Taizé Eucharist is a Christian communion service inspired by the ecumenical Taizé Community's style, featuring simple, repetitive chants, extended periods of silent reflection, scripture, prayers, lighting of candles, burning of incense and the core elements of bread and wine, emphasizing unity, presence of Christ, and a foretaste of the Kingdom through the shared meal, welcoming people of all backgrounds. It's known for its meditative, inclusive atmosphere, often with communal singing and a focus on God's presence through the simple act of sharing the Eucharist.

Parish Outing to ‘Wintershall - Life of Christ’

Occurring
for 5 hours, 30 mins
Venue
Wintershall
Address
Wintershall, Bramley Guildford, GU5 0LR, United Kingdom

This is an amazing opportunity to witness the “Life of Christ” played by the actors in a beautiful space at Wintershall. Tickets £35 (£5 deposit to secure your place). Please contact Mary Thurston for more information on [email protected] or see the pew sheet for further contact details.

Summer Fair

Occurring
for 4 hours
Venue
St Mary the Virgin
Address
Church Street Willingdon Eastbourne, BN20 9HT, United Kingdom

Lots of different stalls, entertainment and refreshments.

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Parish Partnership Church Picnic

Occurring
for 2 hours
Venue
Hampden Park
Address
Hampden Park, Hampden Park Drive Eastbourne, BN22 9QB, United Kingdom

Where? Hampden Park.
When? 28th June at 12.30pm.

If you would like to join, please bring your own lunch, chair and picnic blanket – fun for the whole family.