Related Churches
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Upavon: St Mary the Virgin
St. Mary the Virgin serves the large village of Upavon. There is a shop, hairdresser, and two public houses within the village, serving the local agricultural community as well as those who commute and in some surrounding military establishments. About 50 new houses have been built in the village in the last 2 years.
St Mary’s has a small regular congregation of 12- 15. There are usually two Holy Communion services a month, one BCP and one more modern service. Of the other services each month, one is priest-led and the other lay-led. Morning Prayer is said every Tuesday morning.
There is a keen group of bellringers who ring and practise regularly..
St Mary’s also works closely with neighbouring churches at St Matthew’s Rushall and St. Peter’s Charlton St Peter.
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Stanton St Bernard: All Saints
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Wilcot: Holy Cross
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Oare: Holy Trinity
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North Newnton: St James
A very warm welcome to St James' Church in North Newnton.
We are a very active, friendly, welcoming church rooted in and serving our local community [for the last 1000 years so far!]Come and join us or visit or find out more.
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Rushall: St Matthew
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Pewsey: St John the Baptist
Famed for its annual carnival, Pewsey is a vibrant village with a strong sense of community. St. John’s aims to bless that community in all its activities, and has a friendly welcoming congregation of all ages with a variety of different services throughout each month.
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Charlton: St Peter
St. Peter’s is the focal point of the Charlton St. Peter’s community, hosting village functions, coffee mornings and fund-raising activities. These community get-togethers are always well supported and enjoyed by all.
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Wootton Rivers: St Andrew
St. Andrew’s Wootton Rivers is at the centre of this small community, situated near the beautiful Kennet & Avon Canal.
There are usually two morning services each month, plus special occasions and you would be most welcome to join us, dates and times are below.
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Beechingstoke: St Stephen
St. Stephen Beechingstoke, lies to the west of Pewsey and has a good community spirit with the church providing the focal point for village events.
There are two services a month, Communion and an informal Breakfast Service with worship, music, tea, coffee, and hot rolls beforehand.
We are a welcoming community and would love to see you at one of these services or events.
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Milton Lilbourne: St Peter
Our beautiful C13th church is open all day from around 10.00-5.00 or sunset in the winter.
We would be delighted for you to visit it, please do sign the Visitors Book on a chest at the crossing. You will also find a Visitors Guide there.
There is a box to the left of the door and a QR code on the Notice Board in the Porch if you would like to leave a contribution to the upkeep on your way out
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Woodborough: St Mary Magdalene
St Mary Magdalene Woodborough is a much-loved church, which is very popular for weddings and baptisms, and the churchyard is the chosen resting place for many residents and families who previously lived here or had connections to Woodborough.
There are close links with Woodborough C of E School, who regularly use the Church for worship and on these occasions (pre-Covid) there was standing room only.
The churchyard at St. Mary Magdalene features as a part of many walks and its changing seasons are enjoyed by all.
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Alton Barnes: St Mary the Virgin
St. Mary’s Church is the Spiritual Centre of the villages of Alton Barnes and Alton Priors. The atmosphere of peace and tranquillity in St. Mary’s Church is often remarked upon by our many visitors.
Two services are held each month on the first and third Sundays. Our small congregation is al;ways welcoming to newcomers and visitors. We are fortunate to hold some services in All Saints Church, Alton Priors, (Churches Conservation Trust) but only during July and August. The PCC is responsible for both Churchyards.
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Manningford Bruce: St Peter
St. Peter Manningford Bruce is an historic Grade 1 listed building, certainly dating as far back as the 11th Century and located at the end of Church Street just off the A345 south of the village.
Peaceful and prayerful, the church has services twice a month on the second and fourth Sundays, starting at 9.30. Holy Communion is held on the fourth Sunday.
Normal Sunday services hold congregations of between 8 and 15, but on major festivals the church is normally packed. Special services include a joint Harvest Festival, Remembrance Sunday, and the very popular Pets Service and Carol Service (see service listings for more details).
Visitors are most welcome and will be greeted warmly by the regular congregation. Coffee and biscuits are offered at the end of every regular service and it is a great opportunity to meet and foster new friendships.
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Huish: St Nicholas
St. Nicholas is part of a combined parish with Holy Trinity Oare, and usually has two services a month, including traditional Communion from the Book of Common Prayer. The Church is well supported by local people at major festivals, and it is lovely to see it decorated for Harvest.
The church has a small but dedicated congregation and is much loved and attended by all sorts of people, and remains the focal point in the major landmarks of people’s lives as does its Vicar.
You would be most welcome at one of our services.
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