Welcome to St Mary's Buckden.
This week, 10th to 17th May the church will be open to visitors every day, to look around, for a quiet space to rest or for private prayer, so do come in. Or join us for one of the services or events mentioned below.
Services & Events at St Mary’s this week:-
Sunday 10th to Saturday 16th May is Christian Aid Week pick up a red envelope to donate in cash or give online at https://give.christianaid.org.uk/donate/CAM-011277
Monday 11 May. Bell-ringing practice 7.30pm (every Monday). Beginners and experienced ringers all welcome.
Wednesday 13 May. Holy Communion, 10am, followed by Coffee & Chat; Community Café, 2.30pm - 4pm with Friends in Deed.
Thursday 14 May is Ascension Day. Thy Kingdom Come global wave of prayer runs from Ascenson to Pentecost. Join in by Praying for 5 and/or signing up for daily emails at https://www.thykingdomcome.global/
Friday 15 May. Angel Voices Rehearse 7pm (every Friday). Come along & sing with us
Sunday 17 May. Morning Worship 11am. Our sister church, All Saints in Offord Cluny, has a Songs of Praise service at 6pm
Select "Service & Events" to see What's On in our Benefice in the coming weeks
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About us.
We are a friendly village church with an active congregation. We run a variety of services and events throughout the year. Something for everyone, we hope. The church is open every day and visitors are always welcome. Our main services are on Sunday at 11am and Wednesday at 10.00am.
Our Benefice is currently (since June 2025) in vacancy and we look forward to welcoming our next Priest-in-Charge to walk with us in our faith journey here in Buckden.
You are welcome to join us for tea/coffee & chat at 11am every Wednesday, Coffee & Cakes on the first Saturday of the month, and on the afternoon of the second Wednesday each month we host a Community Cafe with befrienders/transport group Friends in Deed. We are voucher holders and a collection point for the Foodbank. We have strong links with the local school, Buckden Primary Academy, and with Hardwick Dene Care Home.
We run various group activities including Junior Church and youth@thetowers for children/youth; Angel Voices for singers; bell-ringers; Getting Active for those who like to walk, Cleaning Crew. Our Living Stones Room is available to hire for small groups events.
You can follow us on facebook: St Mary's Buckden
Sunday's 11am service is usually streamed to our YouTube Channel: St Mary's Church Buckden
St Mary's Buckden is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). The Diocese of Ely’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.