Monks Chapel United Reformed Church

Beautiful building and grounds. Didn't get a chance to go into the church.

I have visited this unique little Chapel many times over the past 25 years, and always receive a warm welcome. It has a interesting history as a 5 mile place of worship. Also holds a Carol Service every July ( check website for dates} Wonderful experience singing Christmas Carols, whilst the sun in shining outside.

Time for a December 2022 update.There have been changes since my earlier review below.The Christmas carol service was very well attended and uplifting. Thankfully light on sermon and majoring on song, with good accompanying organ playing. There is an easy, free nearby car park you are allowed to use.Previous review (shortened):17th century chapel with semi puritan style interior. Friendly inclusive church. Little wooden booths with latch doors to sit in groups. Lots of rural charm.You can see the signs of features that have changed since it was built in the 17th Century. The filled-in fireplace. The hangers - reputedly used to park stovepipe hats. The stone window frames with the dark ghosts of fittings perhaps used for oil or candle lighting. It seems to run on a shoestring and it would be a shame if it were lost as a working church, so if you visit, please donate.

We visited Monks Chapel on a walk organised by Heritage Open Days in Sept 2023. A wonderful welcome and a delightful Chapel with a very interesting history. Please visit if you can; I understand it is open every Sunday afternoon for a service (please check their website for details). We're going back for the Christmas Carol Service on the 17th Dec, 2023 and I know they would be delighted if more people attended.

Beautiful, history building ❣️Lovely family! Magic time!Faith and hope!!!