The Canonry Benefice is a united group of churches in the parishes of Ash, Chillenden, Goodnestone, Nonington, Elmstone, Preston and Stourmouth.
Our full time vicar is Reverend Caroline Turvey
The churches are St Nicholas’, Ash; All Saints, Chillenden; Holy Cross, Goodnestone; St Mary’s, Nonington; Elmstone Church; St Mildred’s, Preston; All Saints, West Stourmouth.
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A beautiful medieval church set in the heart of Ash Village, with stunning architecture, grounds and historical displays. Services every Sunday plus special events and service throughout the year. Family friendly church. Open daily for private prayer and reflection. The church is supported by a choir, bellringing team, flower arrangers, churchyard maintenance group and many other volunteers. We also run a book stall. We are registered for Eco church and have been awarded a Bronze medal. We have connections with local charities and are an established Foodbank donation drop off point.
"The parish of Ash: St Nicholas 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(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Canterbury’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. 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."
The historic Church of All Saints in Chillenden dates back to 1180 and has been a place of Christian worship ever since serving the immediate village parish of about 120 residents. It has a Norman doorway, a Jacobean pulpit and an intricate chancel screen by Sir George Gilbert Scott. With seating for some 60 places in the congregation is a delightful village church which welcomes all to its services.
Services are normally held on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at 9am and follow the traditional Book of Common Prayer liturgy for Holy Communion.
All Saints is part of the Canonry Benefice encompassing the neighbouring parishes of Ash, Goodnestone, Nonington, Preston and Elmstone. Please visit the Benefice website for more information, and for links to the other parishes. https://thecanonrybenefice.org.uk.
The grade I listed parish church of the Holy Cross is set adjacent to Goodnestone Park, and dates from the 12th century, with additions and alterations to the 19th. A service is held every 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month, starting at 9:00 am; more information can be found in the church section of https://goodnestone.org.uk/the-village/. Holy Cross church has excellent acoustics and one of the finest organs in the area. It has become a venue for regular concerts and recitals organised by Goodnestone Music – visit http://www.goodnestonemusic.com/ for further details.
St. Mary’s is in the village of Nonington in the Kent countryside roughly half way between Canterbury and Dover. It dates from the twelfth century with later alterations and additions. The last major restoration took place in 1887. A guide to the Church is available from the Friends of Nonington Church. Find out more at https://www.fonc.uk
The parish of Nonington: St Mary the Virgin 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(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Canterbury’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. 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.
With Saxon origins, this mainly 13th Century Church, with unusual Victorian dormer windows, is situated in a beautiful setting on the edge of the village. Family Services are held on the 2nd Sunday of the month, at 10.30 am, followed by refreshments. The Church is a popular choice for weddings. Various social events are held during the year, and have included fairs, concerts and tours inside and outside the Church.
The parish of Elmstone w Preston: St Mildred & Stourmouth: All Saints 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(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Canterbury’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. 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.
With Saxon origins, this mainly 13th Century Church, with unusual Victorian dormer windows, is situated in a beautiful setting on the edge of the village. Family Services are held on the 2nd Sunday of the month, at 10.30 am, followed by refreshments. The Church is a popular choice for weddings. Various social events are held during the year, and have included fairs, concerts and tours inside and outside the Church.
This Grade 1 listed Anglo Saxon Church is of great historical interest, being one of the oldest Churches in the Country. Although now redundant and under the care of the Conservation Trust, the Church is open daily 10am til 4pm. Evensong is held on the 4th Sunday in the month at 6.30 pm during the May to September months. There are other occasional services, including Harvest Festival, and a number of social events at the Church during the year.
