Talk: The History of St Simon and St Jude Church in Milton on Stour by Sam Woodcock

for 2 hours
St Simon & St Jude, Milton on Stour
B3092 Gillingham, SP8 5QD, United Kingdom

A talk in St Simon & St Jude, followed by a VILLAGE WALK led by Sam.
Sam has lived in the village most of his life, apart from thirty years as a teacher in London. He has in-depth knowledge of Milton and its church and has seen many changes, including major re-ordering in 2017. His talk will take us from its origins in 1319 through to today. The evening concludes with an optional walk led by Sam from 7:30 to 8:30pm! Admission is free but please help run our church by donating if you can. Tea, coffee and cake will be available from 6.30 and after the walk. Everyone is welcome! Parking alongside at Milton School.

St Simon & St Jude, Milton on Stour

Open to God, open to you. 

St Simon and St Jude has recently been beautifully reordered with a new floor, heating, lighting, toilet, and small servery for church, school and community use. If you are interested in using the building for regular or one off occasions, clubs, coffee mornings etc. please contact Mrs Carole Blackmore, 01747 821598.

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Miriam Light (Benefice Administrator)

The Parish Office,
Queen Street,
Gillingham,
Dorset

SP8 4DX
01747 822435
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Talk: The History of St Simon and St Jude Church in Milton on Stour by Sam Woodcock

for 2 hours
St Simon & St Jude, Milton on Stour
B3092 Gillingham, SP8 5QD, United Kingdom

A talk in St Simon & St Jude, followed by a VILLAGE WALK led by Sam.
Sam has lived in the village most of his life, apart from thirty years as a teacher in London. He has in-depth knowledge of Milton and its church and has seen many changes, including major re-ordering in 2017. His talk will take us from its origins in 1319 through to today. The evening concludes with an optional walk led by Sam from 7:30 to 8:30pm! Admission is free but please help run our church by donating if you can. Tea, coffee and cake will be available from 6.30 and after the walk. Everyone is welcome! Parking alongside at Milton School.

Safeguarding

The church of St Simon and St Jude, Milton 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). The Diocese of Salisbury’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisors (DSAs) who advise 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, Sarah Snook, or the DSA - details of how to do this can be found using the button below. 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. More information and contact details can be found on our dedicated safeguarding webpage.

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