Dorset villages have a well-deserved reputation for offering a warm welcome to newcomers. The same is true of our Benefice and there are lots of different places where you can find a home with us.

Every one of our worshipping communities has its own character, but they all share a desire to welcome anyone who comes through the door. Come in and you will find friendly faces.

Each week in different parts in the Benefice you will find family friendly worship. We aim to provide something for all ages at these services so come and test us out. Feedback is very welcome.

There is a very long history of worship in the Benefice going back hundreds of years. Our worship reflects this with more modern worship living happily alongside more traditional forms.

The little village of Hermitage lies in a small valley with a population of around 80 people working in small businesses, including farming, fishing, and building. It is an active and supportive community, taking part in croquet and concerts in aid of the church, coffee mornings and parties in the village hall and a summer festival weekend on the village green. The simple church is dedicated to St. Mary the Virgin and has a regular small congregation augmented at special services such as Harvest and Christmas Eve.

For all enquiries: contact Jenny Thomas at the Benefice Office open Monday and Tuesday morning from 9:30am to 12:30pm or phone on 01935 872600 or email at [email protected].