All events Calendar

All are welcome to our services and events which run throughout the week in St. Mary's Church Sunday worship is 9.30am every week Throughout the week, join us for Tea and Toast on Mondays during term time, 3.15 - 4.30, or on Thursdays for Coffee and cake, 10am - 11.30 or on Thursday afternoon for 5 T's a friendly group, enjoying tea, coffee, cake and fellowship, aimed at those over the age of 60 Monthly on the first Saturday of the month, we have the Saturday Cafe @ St. Mary's, where you can enjoy a bacon buttie, whilst reading the papers or enjoying the relaxed chatter. There really is something for everyone, so pop along and see what's happening for yourself.

Coffee & Cake

Every Thursday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

Join us on Thursday mornings in the church hall for Coffee & cake, all washed down with plenty of chat and fun. Toys are available for younger children

Thursdays during school term time

Macmillan Coffee morning

for 1 hour, 30 mins
Great Horkesley: St. John's
Great Horkesley: St. John's, Elstar Lane Great Horkesley Colchester, CO6 4FE, United Kingdom

Come and enjoy a cuppa and a slice of homemade cake, whilst raising money for Macmillan

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5 T's

Every Thursday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

Time for Tea at Two Thirty on Thursdays, 5 T'S for short, is a friendly group for people over the age of 60 to gather on Thursday afternoons for tea, cake, chat and quizzes. Why not come and give it a go?

Café Church

Monthly. Every Fourth Sunday at for 1 hour
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

A relaxed, informal worship service for all ages, with refreshments served at the beginning.

Harvest Praise

for 1 hour
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

Come and join us as we celebrate the Harvest and Gods abundant goodness

Youth Alpha

Sunday 20 September 2026, Sunday 27 September 2026, Sunday 04 October 2026, Sunday 11 October 2026, Sunday 18 October 2026, Sunday 15 November 2026, Sunday 22 November 2026, Sunday 29 November 2026 at for 2 hours, 30 mins
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

Come along and find out more about what Christians believe, in a fun, relaxed and informal way, with a meal together. suitable for young people Year 6 and above.

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The Cafe @ St. Mary's

Monthly. Every First Saturday at for 2 hours
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

A monthly cafe with delicious cakes, bacon rolls, newspapers, games and chatter. All are welcome

Holy Communion

Monthly. Every First, Third Sunday at for 1 hour
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

An informal Communion Service, all ages are welcome, with led activities for younger members.

Deanery Day

for 6 hours
St. Johns church, Colchester
St. Johns church, Colchester, St Johns Close Colchester Essex, CO4 0HP

All are invited to join in for a special Deanery day with a range of interesting speakers, in different workshops there is something for everyone, lunch is provided. All FREE

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Messy Church

In January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, December. Every Second Sunday at for 1 hour
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

Join us for Messy church, a family friendly informal worship service including a bible story, songs, prayers and fun activities for all ages. All welcome!

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Octavia Concert

for 1 hour, 30 mins
Great Horkesley: All Saints' Church
Great Horkesley: All Saints' Church, NAYLAND ROAD Great Horkesley Colchester, CO6 4BD, United Kingdom

We welcome you to come and listen to the acclaimed Octavia Choir who sing in close harmony 'A Capella' performing a variety of songs. During the interval the King's Ridge Choir will sing a couple of items from their repertoire.

This is a free concert with refreshments, donations towards the All Saints' church improvement project will be very gratefully received.

Family charity quiz night in support of Operation Christmas Child

for 2 hours, 30 mins
Boxted Village Hall
Boxted Village Hall, Cage lane Boxted, CO4 5RE

Come and join in this family quiz. Teams of 4-8, entry £5 per person.

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Annual Quiz Night

for 2 hours, 30 mins
Great Horkesley: St. John's
Great Horkesley: St. John's, Elstar Lane Great Horkesley Colchester, CO6 4FE, United Kingdom

Join us for our annual quiz night raising money to help fund our work in Great Horkesley. Teams of up to 6 people welcome, entry fee £6 per person, please bring your own drinks and nibbles, there will of course also be a raffle.

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Memorial Service for those who have lost loved ones

for 1 hour
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

Join us for this special service, as we remember our lost loved ones. During the service there will be the opportunity to light candles, and refreshments will be served after the service.

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FiSH - Food in School Holidays

Monday 27 July 2026, Monday 03 August 2026, Monday 10 August 2026, Monday 17 August 2026, Thursday 27 August 2026, Monday 26 October 2026, Monday 21 December 2026, Monday 28 December 2026 at for 2 hours, 30 mins
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

Join us on Mondays in St. Mary's Church, West Bergholt, for crafts, games, activities and a free two course meal, for the whole family.

Remembrance Sunday Parade service

for 1 hour
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

Join us for our special Act of Remembrance service as we give thanks to those who have and continue to serve our country.

Shoebox Packing Party

for 2 hours
Boxted: St Peter
Boxted: St Peter, Church Street Boxted Colchester, CO4 5SU, United Kingdom

Come and join in with the annual shoebox packing party for Operation Christmas child