About Us

We have been looking after the townsfolk and visitors to this remarkable seaside town for over nine centuries, with millions visiting our three churches in that time.

Since the first stone being laid in 1101, we have been and continue to be here for everyone, not just our congregations, nor only Christians nor solely local people, we welcome all to our churches.

Thousands of visitors come to The Minster every year, England’s largest parish church, it exudes 900 years of history, music, architecture, arts, community and worship under one roof. It opens daily with free admission and is truly a fascinating place to visit.

St. Paul’s Newtown and St. Mary’s Southtown, at the heart of their own close communities in the opposite ends of town, are similarly thrilled to welcome new faces to their regular worship services.

We are delighted when someone new discovers us and our churches, whether a sightseer, inquisitive enquirer, local resident seeking us pastorally, perhaps for baptism, marriage or funeral, or a fellow committed Christian. As a congregation we are called to offer a welcome to all, and who doesn’t love a good chat with a stranger (or rather a friend yet to be made!).