All events Calendar

Welcome to the ACNY website of St Margaret's, South Wonston. ***** Our current typical event pattern is as follows (but please check the specific event listings which may on occasion vary from this): ***** 1st Sunday of the month: Holy Communion led by Rev'd Claire Bentham. This service is held at 11:00 to allow Rev'd Claire to travel from Micheldever after the morning services there. Due to the later start time, refreshments are served before the service, not after. ***** 2nd Sunday of the month (and 5th Sunday, if there is one): A lay-led service at 10:00, and a family 'messy' event at 16:00. ***** 2nd Wednesday of the month: Holy Communion at 12:00 in the Chapel. ***** 3rd Sunday of the month: Holy Communion. ***** 4th Sunday of the month: Family-friendly Café Church at 10:00. ***** 2026-10-21 updated by ALP

Service of Remembrance preceded by Wreath-Laying Ceremony

for 1 hour
St Margaret's
Downs Road South Wonston Winchester, SO21 3EH, United Kingdom

On this Remembrance Sunday, our service will be lay-led by our church warden Melinda Samms and others. It will be at the later time of 10:45, so that the two-minute silence is nearer to 11:00. All are welcome.

There will be laying of a wreath at the Memorial Garden (on Downs Road, near the bus stop outside the church) beforehand.

2026-10-21 added by ALP.

Messy Church

for 1 hour
St Margaret's
Downs Road South Wonston Winchester, SO21 3EH, United Kingdom

A family-friendly 'messy' event including crafts and refreshments. All are welcome.
Watch this space for more information!

2026-10-21 added by ALP

Mothers' Union

Every Second Tuesday at for 30 mins
Different locations in South Wonston. Please check with Secretary.
Different locations in South Wonston. Please check with Secretary.

The Mother’s Union is a worldwide organisation which, underpinned by prayer and fundraising, aims to support people and families who need help, and campaign to improve their lives. The South Wonston Branch meets on a monthly basis (excluding August), usually on the second Tuesday. We welcome all who are interested in our work to support family life. You don't have to be a mum or even female!

Please contact Mrs Mary Cleal, email [email protected], for information regarding times and venues.

(2022-06-02 updated by ALP with content from MC.)

More info

Mid-week Holy Communion

Monthly. Every Second Wednesday at for 30 mins
St Margaret's
Downs Road South Wonston Winchester, SO21 3EH, United Kingdom

On the second Wednesday of every month, there will be a service of Holy Communion in the Chapel at St Margaret's, led by Rev'd Claire Bentham.

It will be a short, simple form of Holy Communion, with time for prayer for us, our churches and our mission. The service itself will only last 20-30 mins (no sermon, music to listen to but no hymns) and Rev'd Claire says she won't be rushing off, so anyone who wants to stay longer to talk or pray is welcome to do so.

South Wonston Primary School is more than happy for us to be there, but asks that we come in via the North Steps from Downs Rd, and if possible do not park in the school carpark.

All are welcome. Members of other churches are welcome to receive Holy Communion and others are invited to come forward for a blessing.

2026-09-10 added by ALP

Holy Communion

for 1 hour
St Margaret's
St Margaret's, Downs Road South Wonston Winchester, SO21 3EH, United Kingdom

On this Sunday, our service of Holy Communion at St Margaret's will be led by Benefice Rector Rev'd Dr Robert Rees. As always, all are welcome. Members of other churches are welcome to receive Holy Communion and others are invited to come forward for a blessing.

2026-10-21 added by ALP.

Café Church

for 1 hour
St Margaret's
St Margaret's, Downs Road South Wonston Winchester, SO21 3EH, United Kingdom

Rev'd Claire Bentham says:
"As ever at Café Church, the time of worship will be relaxed, there will be lots of ways for children to be fully involved and we will gather together afterwards for a cuppa and snacks as we get to know each other better. We would love to see you there!"
More details to follow.

"For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do."
Ephesians 2:10

2026-10-21 added by ALP

Benefice Holy Communion for Advent Sunday

for 1 hour
St Margaret's
Downs Road South Wonston Winchester, SO21 3EH, United Kingdom

On Advent Sunday, there will be a Benefice Service of Holy Communion at St Margaret's, which will be led by Rector Rev'd Dr Robert Rees and Rev'd Claire Bentham. As always, all are welcome. Members of other churches are welcome to receive Holy Communion and others are invited to come forward for a blessing.

2026-10-21 added by ALP.

Dever Singers' Afternoon Christmas Concert

for 1 hour
St Margaret's
Downs Road South Wonston Winchester, SO21 3EH, United Kingdom

This local choir will be back once again at St Margaret's to present a programme of varied festive music. Everyone is welcome - this is a community event. There is no charge, but there will be a retiring collection, with the proceeds going to church funds.

2026-10-07 added by ALP.

Tea, Cake & Chat

Every First Monday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
St Margaret's
St Margaret's, Downs Road South Wonston Winchester, SO21 3EH, United Kingdom

The Tea, Cake and Chat afternoons are open to all in the village, and beyond. They are usually held on the first Monday of the month in St Margaret’s, from 2.30 - 4.00 pm. Do come and bring a friend for a friendly afternoon and reasonable cup of tea, always with cake. There is no charge, but any monies collected (after deduction of expenses) go towards the upkeep of St Margaret's church building.

Contact Jane McQuoid on 01962 885434 for more details.

Carol Service

for 1 hour
St Margaret's
Downs Road South Wonston Winchester, SO21 3EH, United Kingdom

On this the 4th Sunday of Advent, Benefice Rector Rev'd Rob Rees, together with Rev'd Claire Bentham, will lead a service of readings and carols for Christmas at St Margaret's. The service will be supported by members of the Dever Singers, and will be followed by refreshments. All are welcome.

2026-10-07 added by ALP