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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

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?

Maundy Thursday Agape Meal

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

Join us for this special Agape Meal, as we remember the last supper with foot washing, a light meal, bible reading and communion

Meditation on the Passion

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

Join us for our reflective Good Friday Service, suitable for all ages worshipping together, followed by Hot Cross buns

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

Easter praise with shortened Communion

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

Join us for our special Easter Celebrations, followed by an Easter Egg Hunt

Weekly ZOOM prayer meeting for the King's Ridge Parishes

Every Wednesday at for 45 mins
On ZOOM
On ZOOM

Join us every week on ZOOM for this time of prayer for the world, our parishes and individual needs.

FiSH - Food in School Holidays

Monday 16 February 2026, Monday 30 March 2026, Thursday 09 April 2026, Thursday 28 May 2026, 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.

United Celebration Service followed by Lunch

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

Join us as the parishes come together to worship followed by Lunch.

Holy Communion

Monthly. Every First, Third Sunday at for 1 hour
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 5 Apr 2026, 3 May 2026, 7 Jun 2026
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.

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.

Benefice Service with Baptism led by Archdeacon Ruth

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

Join us for a Benefice service with Great Horkesley and West Bergholt worshipping together, when we will be joined by Archdeacon Ruth

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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Spring Wine Tasting Event

for 3 hours
Great Horkesley: St. John's
Great Horkesley: St. John's, Elstar Lane Great Horkesley Colchester, CO6 4FE, United Kingdom

Come along and taste some Rose, White and Red wines for spring drinking - some light snacks will be provided
Ticket price £20 per person (including a sparkling aperitif.
Saturday 16th May, 6.30 for 7.00pm start.
Fundraising for All Saints' Church, Great Horkesley

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Wormingford Annual Flower Festival

Saturday 23 May 2026, Sunday 24 May 2026, Monday 25 May 2026 at for 1 hour
Wormingford: St Andrew
Wormingford: St Andrew, Church Road Wormingford Colchester, CO6 3AZ, United Kingdom

Come and see the flower arrangements, arranged by local flower arrangers, throughout the bank holiday weekend, Celebrating the life of John Constable.
Church is open daily 10am - 4pm, Saturday - Monday.
Refreshments available in the ARTS centre a short walk from the church, and a Bric-a-Brac stall is held next door to the church.
Something for everyone.

Flower Festival Songs of Praise

for 1 hour
Wormingford: St Andrew
Wormingford: St Andrew, Church Road Wormingford Colchester, CO6 3AZ, United Kingdom

Join us for a special Songs of praise service as part of our Flower Festival celebrations.

Benefice Service with Communion led by Archdeacon Ruth

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

Join us for a Benefice service with Great Horkesley and West Bergholt worshipping together, when we will be joined by Archdeacon Ruth

Mount Bures flower Festival

Saturday 27 June 2026, Sunday 28 June 2026 at for 6 hours
St John the Baptist Church, Mount Bures
St John the Baptist Church, Mount Bures, Hall Road Mount Bures Bures, Essex, CO8 5AS, United Kingdom

Come and enjoy for the floral displays, light refreshments, browse the Bric-a-brac and plant stall, in the tranquil setting of St. John the Baptist church Mount Bures.

Flower Festival Songs of Praise

for 1 hour
St John the Baptist Church, Mount Bures
St John the Baptist Church, Mount Bures, Hall Road Mount Bures Bures, Essex, CO8 5AS, United Kingdom

Come and give thanks to God for the Flower Festival and the beauty of God's creation.