A rare chance to enjoy a superb afternoon of organ and Piano music at 15:00 on Friday 25 September 2026.

The Friends of St Mary’s Church are proud and delighted to welcome two celebrated musicians, Peter Nardone and Jonathan Delbridge, who will be giving a special concert in our beautiful church in Beaminster.

With a full-time career in music, and having performed across 25 countries over five continents, Peter Nardone’s areas of expertise include organ, piano, singing, and conducting. In 2010 he was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Arts from Anglia Ruskin University. Peter now lives in West Dorset and St Mary’s Church has been privileged to have him as resident organist over the past five years.

Jonathan Delbridge holds a special interest in English piano music, performing in venues throughout the UK, often including his own arrangements and improvisations. During his career he has gained various diplomas and, in 2011, he achieved a distinction in the DipMusTh(ICMA) diploma in music theory. Jonathan lives in SW Dorset and is passionate about sharing his love of music as a performer and as an educator.

Both Peter and Jonathan promise a dynamic and diverse programme including much-loved favourites such as Ave Maria, Carnival of Animals and Country Gardens, incorporating surprises along the way with piano duet, organ duet, organ, and piano solos.

The event costs £10 at the door, with under 16s free entry. There will be light refreshments of tea and cakes.

– Sue Corner

You are invited to a do-si-do at St Mary’s Church Beaminster on Saturday 26 September.

The barn dance includes supper and tickets are £10 for adults in advance, £12 on the door, with under 12s free. Bring your own drinks – beer, wine, or soft drinks.

Come along and tap your feet to music from Raggy Annie Folk Dance Band.

17:00 arrival for a 17:15 start, with the last dance being approximately 19:30.

Tickets on sale in St Mary’s Beaminster, the Team Office and Yarn Barton or email [email protected] for tickets and more information.