This is an information page on various church and local activities
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Little Larder
The church operates a Little Larder, which provides non-perishable food and toiletries to those in need. The items are held in small cupboards located in the South Porch of the church and they are available on an anonymous, self-help basis at any time of the day and night. Please take what you need and replenish the items when and/or if you can. Ride and Stride for Churches on Saturday, 14 September 2024
This is the 40th Anniversary of this splendid fund-raising event, which was originally called ‘The Great Cycle Ride’. So, we are hoping for a really good turnout of Riders and Striders this year; come and join in - it will be rewarding and fun! We will undertake a challenging walk in the local area, stopping at some Wiltshire churches on the way and a pub at lunchtime for refreshments. To find out more, please contact Annette here
The aim of the walk is to raise money for our beautiful church buildings in order to be able to maintain them for current and future generations. Fifty percent of the money raised will go to Wiltshire Historic Churches Trust, to which all Wiltshire churches may apply for building and maintenance grants. The other fifty percent will come back directly to the Lidbrook Benefice for our local church buildings. If you are unable to take part, please consider sponsoring the event. You may donate via the Lidbrook Benefice Ride & Stride 2024 JustGiving page here: Lidbrook Benefice Ride & Stride 2024 JustGiving Our Eco-Church Summer Sewing Project is in full swing!
Our summer Eco-Church Sewing Project is in full swing. It's for the Church and local community and is being run in partnership with the 'Wild Colerne' group. Please do come and see for yourself. It's set up in the Lady Chapel in the church and is available for any and everyone through the summer; we are aiming to have it finished in time for our Harvest Festival. We have Workshops scheduled for Fridays between 2-4pm - watch this space for dates - for anyone who¹d like support and guidance in getting started. You can learn new stitches and techniques from Susi our supporting artist and teacher and make your own unique contributions. NO PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE IS REQUIRED and we welcome all ages. Materials will be provided free of charge. Some of you will remember when we hosted a similar art and needlework community project a couple of years ago. The church building provided a lovely cool haven for those wanting to enjoy some quiet, creative time and a relaxed unhurried chat with people. If you¹ve any questions please ask Claire Garven or Karen Brzezicki and watch out for further workshop dates over the Summer.
A super Wild Colerne Nature Day was held on Sunday 23 June 2024
... with activities in the Market Square, Churchyard and Church.
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Giving, Charity and Mission Work
For information on giving to the church and on charity and mission work, please see our Giving, Charity and Mission Work page here 
Open House
Everyone is invited to come for a cup of tea or coffee and a chance to chat and make friends every Thursday in church. Open House is not a fundraiser and no charge will be made for the refreshments. Thursdays 10.15am (following 09.45am Holy Communion). You are most welcome to come to Open House even if you have not been to the service. 
Women's Evening Bible Study
There are two evening groups - a Wednesday Group and a Thursday Group - which both meet on the 2nd and 4th weeks of months during school term times. Contact Karen for more information by clicking here Ladies' Daytime Bible Study Tuesdays 1.45-3.30 pm Held at various venues. Contact Margaret Edmonds on 01225 742837 for more information. Alpha - Starting in September 2024
Explore Life / Faith / Meaning Alpha offers the opportunity to explore and discuss the Christian faith in a relaxed and friendly environment. Should you wish to find out more about Alpha generally, please visit Alpha UK. The website also enables you to find an available Alpha near you. Alpha in our area is brought to you by independent, local volunteers. It follows the Alpha UK programme and is registered with Alpha UK. The Alpha sessions are offered once a year and for 2024 they will start in September. Should you wish to know more about Alpha in the area, please contact the Alpha Team here. |
Bell-ringing
New bellringers always welcome! Fun, a bit of exercise and team work, sometimes followed by refreshment. Contact Jacqui Bradburn, 8 Fosseway Close 01225 743041 for information.
Wednesdays 7.30-9.00pm
New bellringers always welcome! Fun, a bit of exercise and team work, sometimes followed by refreshment. Contact Jacqui Bradburn, 8 Fosseway Close 01225 743041 for information.
Wednesdays 7.30-9.00pm
Church floodlighting
Anyone wishing to arrange for the Church Floodlighting to be turned on, perhaps in memory of a loved one, should contact Derek and Julie Burgess on 01225 743999.
Anyone wishing to arrange for the Church Floodlighting to be turned on, perhaps in memory of a loved one, should contact Derek and Julie Burgess on 01225 743999.
Colerne Parish Magazine
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Saturday market
Colerne’s famous Saturday Market, held in the Old School Hall. Recycle your household items, antiques and books etc by bringing and buying at this village institution. This activity is currently suspended, initially due to Covid, and is now under review. |
