The current church was opened in 1796, replacing a medieval church that had a tower and an aisle and that had fallen into disrepair. We don't look like a 'traditional' Norfolk church but the scale and intimacy of the building will ensure a warm welcome to our services and events. If you come as a visitor our 'difference' will add to your Norfolk churches experience.
Thorpe market is a small rural community and the church is situated on the edge of the village.
members who attend. Several of the congregation come from outside the parish. The church was used by various groups for exhibitions.
Worship and Prayer
Services, normally of holy communion, were held monthly and a list of the services for 2025 are below. Refreshments are served after each service. The attendance averages 12. A pattern of benefice services has been established and Thorpe Market is always delighted to welcome worshippers on these occasions – these occur three or four times a year.
2026
Sunday March 1st at 10am - Holy Communion + baptism
Friday April 3rd at 6pm - Stainer's Crucifixion
Sunday April 19th at 5pm Benefice Holy Communion
Sunday May 3rd at 10am - Holy Communion
Sunday June 7th at 10am - Holy Communion
Sunday July 5th at 10am Holy Communion
Sunday August 2nd at 10am Holy Communion
Sunday September 6th at 10am Holy Communion
Sunday October 11th at 10am Benefice Holy Communion
Sunday November 1st at 10am Holy Communion
Sunday November 8th at 10.45am Remembrance Service
Sunday December 6th at 10am Holy Communion
Tuesday December 22nd at 6.30pm Carol Service
Our parish of Thorpe Market: St Margaret 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 Norwich’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 - Martin Castle 07817027589 / [email protected] - 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."