Facilities and features

Accessibility

There are toilets including one with disabled access, in the hall.

Baby-changing facilities are available in the hall.

Accessible Toilet
Hearing (induction) Loop

Our Sunday leaflets are available in large print if requested.

Dogs on leads, including assistance dogs, are welcome.


Our Building

Although most of our stained glass dates from the 19th and 20th century, we have some glass from the 14th and early 15th century.

St John's is a Grade 1 listed building dating from 1130. We have guide leaflets in a variety of languages, as well as information about famous people connected with the church.


Music and Worship

We share a team of bell-ringers with St Nicholas Cathedral.

Concerts and recitals take place from time to time.

We have a Harrison organ.

Traditional language is used at our services, and when Evensong resumes, we will use BCP.

We have a choral Mass on Sundays, thanks to our highly competent choir.


Groups, Courses and Activities


Help for Visitors

Guided tours are available during Heritage Open Days.

We have guide leaflets in English, French, German, Dutch, Italian, Polish and Chinese.


Other Features

Conservation Area

for further information, visit our website or email us on [email protected]