St Bartholomew's Church

I visited St Bartholomews on Christmas day with my husband, kids and sister with her daughter.

I came with two young children and they were helpful bringing the buggy in.
Despite us being late and coming through a song, they were very welcoming and friendly. Especially appreciated a lady who came straight over and said Merry Christmas.

I prefer churches with chairs and modern, relaxed worship. Given the age and history of St Bartholomews, I'm not sure that would ever be appropriate here!

As a Christian I think Christmas services are a great opportunity to welcome new people to the church family, so was slightly disappointing no one chatted to me after. Though my sister says since talked to her, so maybe she liked more friendly?!

They do welcome children, with a little activity bag and drawing table helping to keep kids busy.

The church is obviously needs major work, and I believe they are fundraising for it. It is an amazing piece of history to have so I hope the work enhances the building and not detract from it.

Which ever direction you approach the church is a joy. My favourite is to walk up the road /lane from The King Alfred public house to the main gate. It is a peaceful stroll and on either side of the thoughrafare are superb views. Plus it is traffic free.

Lovely old church and we maintained

Picturesque church and ruins, great area.

Bean there kind of a long time fm

Happy Church. Interesting history.