Facilities and features
Accessibility
Parking is available outside the hall by St. Michael’s Church, with on-street spaces available within the village. Additional parking may also be available near the river, by the White Hart pub and Cuxton Station which is a short walk from the church.
A ramp is available to provide accessible entry for wheelchair users and those with mobility difficulties
Large-print hymn books and Order of Service books are available on request for anyone who needs them.
A ramp is available at the porch entrance of the church to provide accessible entry for wheelchair users and those with mobility difficulties.
There is a wheelchair available inside the church.
St. Michael's Church, Cuxton benefits from excellent local transport links, making it accessible for visitors from across the Medway Towns and wider Kent area.
By train, Cuxton railway station is less than a 5-10 minute walk away, with regular Southeastern services connecting to Strood, Maidstone, Tonbridge and the wider Kent rail network.
For those travelling by bus, several local routes, including the 149 and 151 services, stop outside St. Michael's Church and Cuxton railway station, providing convenient links to Chatham, Kings Hill and surrounding Medway Valley communities.
Quiet spaces are available around the church for anyone who would like a peaceful place for prayer, reflection, or quiet time.
Available on request.
There is a driveway up to the church which provides and accessible drop-off point.
Cuxton Hall by the Church has a disabled toilet which is more accessible with baby changing facilities.
Baby changing facilities are available in our Church hall by the church, in our easily accessible toilets, providing a safe, convenient, and comfortable facility for families and visitors.
Available on request.
Assistance dogs are warmly welcomed in our church and are welcome to accompany their owners throughout the building.
An accessible toilet is available in the Cuxton Church hall by the church, providing convenient and accessible facilities for all visitors.
Some parking is available by the Hall next to Cuxton Church.
Large-print hymn books and Order of Service books are available on request for anyone who needs them.
Baby-changing facilities are available in the easily accessible toilet in the church hall by the church.
Outside the Church Hall by Cuxton Church.
Our Building
Cuxton parish church is a Grade: I listed building, dedicated to Saint Michael and All Angels. The Normans built it in the 12th century with extensions and additions in the following two centuries culminating in the construction of the west tower around 1400.
Cuxton Church and Hall are heated in the winter. Hot drinks and refreshments are provided after services and concerts. Blankets are available if needed.
There is a book/ CD/ DVD/Card stall in the Church Hall. Donations for Church Funds.
Sanctuary
-Three-light stained glass windows, depicting the Ascension ("Christ In Majesty With Saints"). 1866
-Stained Glass Window depicting a scene from the Book of Revelation, showing St. Michael defeating Satan in the form of a dragon. Installed in 1866 by the Covent Garden firm of Lavers and Barraud and designed by John Milner Allen.
Tower
-Victorian two-light stained glass window, text from Psalm 30 v.5 (1662 Book of Common Prayer).
Cuxton Church Hall by the church has separate ladies’ and gents’ toilets, as well as an accessible disabled toilet with baby-changing facilities.
We have free tea, coffee and other refreshments available for everyone in the Cuxton church hall by the church where there is a fully fitted kitchen. Donations are always welcome.
There is a book/ CD/ DVD/Card stall in the Church Hall. Donations for Church Funds.
Music and Worship
Come along to a practice night- 7.00-9pm every Wednesday evening at St. Michael's, Cuxton EXCEPT on the last Wednesday in every month which is at St. John's Halling.
We offer a beginners’ bell-ringing session 6.45-7.30pm on Wednesdays with dedicated bell-ringing ART teachers providing free one-to-one tuition and offer the structured “Learning the Ropes” programme for those who would like to develop their skills further.
Cuxton and Halling Parish
The Peninsula Big Band performs music from the 30's to 90's in the Big Band Style!
Tideway Folk Group & Afternoon Tea Events
Marshall Singers & Halling Community Choir Performance
Halling Sinfonia - The Wind Dectet with Flutes, Oboes, Clarinets, French Horns and Bassoons.
Organ recitals and Choral music are also provided.
The church organ, which was built and installed by the firm of Forster and Andrews of Hull in 1881. It was the successor to a barrel organ intended for (but never installed in) a wooden gallery while once ran across the north-western end of the Norman nave. The gallery, installed in 1839, was removed when the archway to the tower was created as part of Canon Shaw's Victorian renovation work.
The Church Choir meets every Sunday and rehearses 11am after the Eucharist service. All are welcome to join and support the choir. The choir is led by an experienced music teacher and organist, who also contributes to the church’s musical life through the APCM.
Groups, Courses and Activities
Saint’s Alive is a weekly youth group where young people explore Bible stories through fun and creative art and craft activities. All are welcome to come along on Sundays, get creative and discover more about the Bible together.
Meet every Sunday in Church at 9.30am and then complete activities in the hall.
Saint’s Alive is a weekly youth group where young people explore Bible stories through fun and creative art and craft activities. All are welcome to come along on Sundays, get creative and discover more about the Bible together.
Meet every Sunday in Church at 9.30am and then complete activities in the hall.
Parish Brownies group. Speak to our Youth Group leader.
Sunday Mornings after the Eucharist Service 10.30-11.15am
Wednesday Mornings after the Service 10.00-10.45am
All welcome in Cuxton Church hall.
Remembrance Day Service on Sunday 9th November, welcomes all the different community groups such as the Rangers, Cubs, Brownies and Guides to pay their respects at the Marble tablets commemorating the men of Cuxton who lost their lives in service during the WW1 and WW2.
Our Fresh Expression group seeks to be present in the community at key local events, building connections and supporting the work of Street Pastors. We run tombola stalls at the Cuxton Big Lunch, hold a live Nativity tableau outside Cuxton Library with Christmas carols for the village, and enjoy regular bring-and-share lunches, BBQs and other community activities.
Our Fresh Expression group seeks to be present in the community at key local events, building connections and supporting the work of Street Pastors. We run tombola stalls at the Cuxton Big Lunch, hold a live Nativity tableau outside Cuxton Library with Christmas carols for the village, and enjoy regular bring-and-share lunches, BBQs and other community activities.
Parish Cubs group. Speak to our Youth Group leader.
Various exercise groups meet in the Church hall during the week.
Parish Guides group. Speak to our Youth Group leader.
Cuxton and Halling MU Branch meet monthly in the Church Hall. International links with Trinidad & Tobago families. Hosting families and trips abroad. The MU are also involved with a range of voluntary work alongside PACT, women's refuge and other charities.
Cuxton Church welcomes many pilgrims who come to see our beautiful historical building. A Pilgrims’ Stamp is available in the church with an informative historical leaflet. We warmly welcome all pilgrims and visitors.
Parish Rainbows group. Speak to our Youth Group leader.
Remembrance Service
On Sunday, 22nd November, we will welcome a representative from Church Army to our morning services at St Michael’s and St John’s, followed by a Bring and Share fundraising lunch. They will share an update on the work of Church Army and speak about our 17-year partnership, celebrating all that God has been doing through our work together. Everyone is warmly invited to join us.
Our charities we support through these events include Porchlight who also support the work of street pastors.
Our Fresh Expression group seeks to be present in the community at key local events, building connections and supporting the work of Street Pastors. We run tombola stalls at the Cuxton Big Lunch, hold a live Nativity tableau outside Cuxton Library with Christmas carols for the village, and enjoy regular bring-and-share lunches, BBQs and other community activities.
There are many opportunities to get involved in the life of the church through our various voluntary groups, including cleaning, gardening, charity fundraising events, MU speakers, sides people, readers, bell ringers, the choir, the social committee and the PCC. Everyone is welcome to join in, share their skills and help support our church community.
Saint’s Alive is a weekly youth group where young people explore Bible stories through fun and creative art and craft activities. All are welcome to come along on Sundays, get creative and discover more about the Bible together.
Meet every Sunday in Church at 9.30am and then complete activities in the hall.
Help for Visitors
Contact: [email protected]
OPEN DAY Saturday 12th September 2026 Heritage Day
Guided tours throughout the day. All welcome.
St. Michaelmas Day at 7pm Talk/Tour of the History of Cuxton Church.
Historical guide booklet is available for visitors to learn more about this beautiful historic building. Schools and groups visits welcome.
Church is open every Wednesday and Sunday mornings and on request.
Medway Heritage OPEN DAY Saturday 12th September 2026
Guided History Tours
Ride and Stride OPEN DAY Saturday 12th September 2026
All welcome.
Well behaved dogs are welcome on a lead.
Church is open every Wednesday and Sunday mornings.
Other Features
Cuxton Church welcomes many pilgrims who come to see our beautiful historical building. A Pilgrims’ Stamp is available in the church with an informative historical leaflet. We warmly welcome all pilgrims and visitors.
A Foodbank is available at the back of the church by the font, with regular donations gratefully received. A guest speaker from Medway Foodbank charity will be joining the Mothers’ Union meeting on Wednesday 16th September, from 10.30am–12pm, at Cuxton Church Hall. They are also hopefully attending a Sunday Service during September, Harvest time.
A Sound system is used for each service, concerts and meetings.
Cuxton Church Hall is available for hire.
Contact: [email protected]
Cuxton and Halling Parish have held a variety of Eco Church events and are applying for a Bronze or Silver Eco Church Award this summer. Will Godwin from A Rocha shared his experiences of environmental work in Portugal, while Sue Brooks has also spoken and taught us all about the importance of sustainability and green initiatives.
Our miniature Easter gardening event and Easter Egg hunt was a great success, with many families taking part. We continue to promote care for creation through our teaching, the way we manage our buildings, and the Love Church Burial Ground, where hundreds of species of flora and fauna have been identified and shared.