Facilities and features
Accessibility
We have separate male/female and disabled access facilities.
Limited car parking is usually available in the church car park, although we cannot guarantee free spaces. If the car park is full, parking is available at in the village square (limited to 1 hour) or at Tesco's.
The main entrances to church via the porch and from C2000 Centre have ramps for greater accessibility.
The loop is usually turned on during services- please ask if you need any help.
Assistance dogs are very welcome at our services and events.
Our Building
All Saints Church was built as a replacement for St George's Church further west. The foundation stone was laid in May 1914 and the building was completed in 1917. Although originally designed to have a tower and two rood screens, none of which were constructed, the church keeps largely to the original plan with the exception of the interior. Over the years there have been several alterations, including the installation of pews, a memorial east window and an organ.
Music and Worship
All Saints hosts a number of concerts throughout the year, with professional, amateur and school musicians performing.
We have a fine organ, recently restored. It is used for Sunday services once a month (we have no full time organist) and for weddings and funerals.
Groups, Courses and Activities
From time to time we run Alpha courses for those exploring Christian faith. If you are interested, please get in touch.
Bible studies and small groups are currently being organised- please get in touch for more information.
We run Christianity Explored courses for those who are interested in learning more about the Christian faith- please get in touch for details
We host a community coffee morning every Tuesday from 10-11.30am- all welcome. Takes place in C2000 hall next to the church.
The parish works alongside Christians Against Poverty (CAP), a national debt charity helping people get out of financial difficulties. Please call 01274 760720.
Westcliff on Wednesday is our weekly babies and toddlers group, run by church and community members. It's a friendly place to meet other parents and carers, relax and let your children play in a safe environment. Takes place at the Kimberlin Club, Blacknor Rd on the Westcliff estate from 10-12:00.
Help for Visitors
Other Features
The local churches run Portland's foodbank, located at St John's Church Hall in Fortuneswell (DT5 1JE). Open Tuesday 9:30 - 11:30; Friday 9:30 - 11:30. Get in touch via [email protected]
The C2000 Community Hall is available for hire for regular and one-off events. The venue is modern, with toilets, baby-changing facilities, kitchen and parking. We have a large and a small hall, suitable for meetings and medium-sized events. Please contact the hall administrator, Carol Callis, on 860845 for booking enquiries.