There has been a church in Cocking since Saxon times, and the present building dates back to the late 11th century, with further renovations and additions made in the centuries since. It was unnamed until 2007, when the congregation agreed to dedicate it to St Catherine of Siena, a 14th century mystic and theologian on the basis that her name is engraved on one of the church bells. Since 2008, St Catherine's has served as the parish church for West Lavington as well as for Cocking. The Eucharist is celebrated at St Catherine's at 9.30am every Sunday, and a service of morning prayer is offered at 9.30am each weekday. The church is also open every day to visitors and those seeking peace and quiet