Facilities and features
Accessibility
We currently have a wooden ramp and are developing plans for improved disability access.
We offer gluten-free communion wafers, as well as gluten-free biscuits to accompany refreshments.
We currently have a wooden ramp and are developing plans for improved disability access.
Our Building
Stained glass windows offer a beautiful tribute to saints, serving as both artistic and commemorative pieces.
We are a quaint place of pilgrimage for worship.
St Hilda's is a Grade II listed building, marking it as the sixth church erected on this site. It was constructed from Doddington sandstone and completed in 1874.
Four members of our congregation belong to the ECO Champions group. We are actively working towards the net zero plan and are part of the Green Christian prayer group, among many other individual and collective efforts.
Music and Worship
We host complimentary musical evenings for the community and beyond, accompanied by light refreshments.
We are fortunate to have the most dedicated volunteers who come to play the organ for our worship services.
Groups, Courses and Activities
Many people enjoy participating in the Ecumenical Bible group.
We organize a variety of community events as a way to unite locals and visitors alike, with summer gatherings and churchyard events being particularly popular.
We engage in this activity both individually and collectively within study groups.
Our Benefice offers a Messy Church and a holiday club, both of which are becoming increasingly popular.
Help for Visitors
This summer, we conducted our inaugural guided tour showcasing the new biodiversity plan in our churchyard.
We offer a compact booklet for visitors to take with them, which details the history of St Hilda's Church and the life of St Hilda (Hild) herself.
Our church is open during daylight hours.
Dogs are always welcome when on a leash.
Other Features
We utilize fair trade wine for communion, along with coffee, tea, and biscuits for fellowship following our services.
We provide support to the local food bank.
Our churchyard has a plan in place.