"The Longest Yarn"

for 17 days, 7 hours
The Royal Garrison Church of All Saints
Farnborough Road Aldershot, GU11 1QA, United Kingdom
"The Longest Yarn" is coming to Aldershot! (1-18 November: Weekdays 0900-1600. Weekends 0900-1700.)

THE LONGEST YARN WILL BE CLOSED ON SATURDAY 9 NOVEMBER (IN PREPARATION FOR SUNDAY'S SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE), BUT OPEN TO VISITORS ON SUNDAY 10 NOVEMBER FROM 1300-1700.

These crocheted and knitted figures depict scenes from D-Day - 6 June 1944.

The scenes are dedicated to the World War 2 Veterans who were part of the momentous day in history when allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy. This was the largest seaborne invasion in history and it ensured the eventual victory of Allied troops.

Parking will be limited to Wellington Statue, Claycart Road, Aldershot (GU11 1SQ) and Bourley Road, Aldershot (GU11 1PT).
You may wish to park in Tesco Superstore, Wellington Avenue (GU11 1SQ) or Westgate Leisure, Wellington Avenue, Aldershot (GU11 1WF). Parking is free for (up to) 3 hours in both locations. Parking is also available in the High Street Multi Storey (GU11 1SD), but you will be charged.

Parking arrangements have been made for Disabled Blue Badge holders in Claycart Road.

Refreshments can be found in Tesco, plus various locations in the town itself. This includes: Vero Waffle Coffee; Karuna Coffee; Poppins Cafe; Cafe Macchiato, Costa Coffee, Jenny's Cafe located in Union Street); Wetherspoons, High Street. Should you be using the train to Aldershot, the Station Cafe is located nearby.

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The Royal Garrison Church of All Saints

Welcome to the Royal Garrison Church of All Saints, Aldershot. The Royal Garrison Church is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults, please scroll down to the ‘Safeguarding’ tab for further information.

The Royal Garrison Church is a friendly church which serves local military personnel, their families, as well as Armed Forces Veterans. However, everyone is welcome at our services or events.

Please use this website to find out about our Church services, events and wider Chaplaincy outreach in Aldershot Garrison.

The Administrator is now based at St Andrew's Garrison Church and is not on site.  If you require further information or would like to arrange to speak to a Chaplain, please contact the Church Office on [email protected], 01252 328581 or mobile: 07811 942680.  

Office opening hours are: 0800-1200 (Monday-Friday).    

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Royal Garrison Church of All Saints'
Farnborough Road
ALDERSHOT

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"The Longest Yarn"

for 17 days, 7 hours
The Royal Garrison Church of All Saints
Farnborough Road Aldershot, GU11 1QA, United Kingdom

"The Longest Yarn" is coming to Aldershot! (1-18 November: Weekdays 0900-1600. Weekends 0900-1700.)

THE LONGEST YARN WILL BE CLOSED ON SATURDAY 9 NOVEMBER (IN PREPARATION FOR SUNDAY'S SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE), BUT OPEN TO VISITORS ON SUNDAY 10 NOVEMBER FROM 1300-1700.

These crocheted and knitted figures depict scenes from D-Day - 6 June 1944.

The scenes are dedicated to the World War 2 Veterans who were part of the momentous day in history when allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy. This was the largest seaborne invasion in history and it ensured the eventual victory of Allied troops.

Parking will be limited to Wellington Statue, Claycart Road, Aldershot (GU11 1SQ) and Bourley Road, Aldershot (GU11 1PT).
You may wish to park in Tesco Superstore, Wellington Avenue (GU11 1SQ) or Westgate Leisure, Wellington Avenue, Aldershot (GU11 1WF). Parking is free for (up to) 3 hours in both locations. Parking is also available in the High Street Multi Storey (GU11 1SD), but you will be charged.

Parking arrangements have been made for Disabled Blue Badge holders in Claycart Road.

Refreshments can be found in Tesco, plus various locations in the town itself. This includes: Vero Waffle Coffee; Karuna Coffee; Poppins Cafe; Cafe Macchiato, Costa Coffee, Jenny's Cafe located in Union Street); Wetherspoons, High Street. Should you be using the train to Aldershot, the Station Cafe is located nearby.

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Safeguarding

The Royal Garrison Church is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. As well as working in line with Ministry of Defence Safeguarding Framework (JSP 834), we follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and as a military Chapel, sit within the responsibility of the Aldershot Garrison Safeguarding Officer (GSO). The Diocese of Guildford’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who will advise the Royal Garrison Church Chaplain and GSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the GSO (Nicole Bridgman: 0300 153 3329 or [email protected]). If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adult Services.

Link to the Diocese of Guildford's Safeguarding page