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

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?

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

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.

Youth Alpha

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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Café Church

Monthly. Every Fourth Sunday at for 1 hour
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 27 Dec 2026
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.

Festive Afternoon Tea

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

Join us for a full Festive Afternoon Tea, raising funds for St. Mary's Church, West Bergholt. Tickets £15 per person, Under 16's, £5 each. Dietary requirements catered for on request.

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Advent Sunday United Celebration Service

for 1 hour
Langham: St Mary the Virgin
Langham: St Mary the Virgin, Langham Hall Langham Colchester, CO4 5PS, United Kingdom

Join us for this special United services, as we begin the season of Advent.

Advent Carol Service

for 1 hour
Little Horkesley: St Peter & St Paul
Little Horkesley: St Peter & St Paul, Vinesse Road Little Horkesley Colchester, CO6 4DB, United Kingdom

Join us as we begin our Advent journey, with this special Advent carol service

Compline for Advent on ZOOM

Wednesday 02 December 2026, Wednesday 09 December 2026, Wednesday 16 December 2026, Wednesday 23 December 2026 at for 30 mins
On ZOOM
On ZOOM

As we journey with Mary and Joseph through Advent, join us on zoom for this quite night prayer at the end of the day.

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

Blue Christmas

for 45 mins
St. Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
New Church Road West Bergholt Colchester, CO6 3JF, United Kingdom

Join us for a quieter, more reflective Christmas service, for those who might be struggling with the joy and excitement of the Christmas season

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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Candlelight Carol Service

for 1 hour
St. Mary's Old Church
St. Mary's Old Church, Hall Lane West Bergholt, co6 3du

Join us for this special community Carol Service in St. Mary's, Old Church, West Bergholt

Candlelit Carol service

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

Join us for this festive Carol service, with mulled wine and festive treats

FiSH - Food in School Holidays

Monday 21 December 2026, Thursday 31 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.

Crib Service

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

Come and enjoy the Christmas story, retold and recreated as the service progresses, a lovely service for all the family on Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve Midnight Communion

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

Come and welcome in Christmas at our Midnight service

Christmas Morning Celebration Service

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

Come and celebrate at this joyful Christmas morning service, a warm welcome awaits everyone

United Celebration Service

for 1 hour
Little Horkesley: St Peter & St Paul
Little Horkesley: St Peter & St Paul, Vinesse Road Little Horkesley Colchester, CO6 4DB, United Kingdom

Join us as the parishes come together after Christmas for a special united service