Welcome to our Church!
This Grade II* listed building and its churchyard are places of beauty. There has been a church on this site at least from the time of the first recorded Rector in 1326. By 1400 AD the church, dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, was rebuilt and all that remains of the 15th Century building is the tower. In 1833, the church was re-dedicated to St Matthew. The south and north aisles were added in 1860, and in 1871 a new north porch was added.
Everyone is welcome to all the services and events listed here.
St Matthews is also open every day from 10am to 4pm. Do come and visit us.
Our parish of Rowde: St Matthew 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). Our Diocese of Salisbury’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises 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 Michael Cornwell tel. 07388 224129 or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisors by emailing [email protected] or contacting Suzy Futcher 07500 664800, [email protected]. or Jem Carter 07469 857888 [email protected] .
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.
