Facilities and features

Accessibility

Located by the main entrance of the church, accessed through the narthex.

Changing facilities are situated in the accessible lavatory

Parking is available, 15 minutes before, during and 15 minutes after services but at other times parking is by permit only.

Located by the main entrance of the church, accessed through the narthex.

Ramped entrance
Hearing (induction) Loop

Much of the church is accessible by wheelchair, including the nave, St Nicholas Chapel and choir/chancel area.


Our Building

The church is open for prayer including the votive candle stand and prayer request board.

There is extensive Victorian stained glass featuring Biblical scenes. The East Window depicts key episodes in the life of Christ.

Croydon Minster is Grade One listed


Music and Worship

The tower houses a ring of 12 bells cast by the famous Croydon firm of Gillett and Johnston Ltd. in 1936, replacing an earlier ring of eight. The eight original bells were recast and hung with new fittings in a new frame with four additional trebles.

The are regular concerts by the church choir and visiting choirs. During term time there are (free) lunchtime recital series.

Visit https://www.croydonminster.org/organ/

Choral Evensong is from the BCP.

Visit https://www.croydonminster.org/choirs/


Groups, Courses and Activities

This takes place online as Lectio Divina. Link available through the Parish Office.


Help for Visitors

Guided Tours

Available in the church.

Sundays: 7.45am-12noon & 5.15pm-6.30pm
Weekdays: from 8.15am-2.30pm (closes after Morning Prayer on Thursday)
If you are planning a visit from any distance please contact the Minster Office in advance (020 8688 8104) to ensure you don't have a wasted trip. Opening times may change at short notice.


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