When will the church be closed?
The final Sunday services were held on Sunday, 18th January 2026.
The church building is now closed for all services and visitors.
It is expected that the church will reopen in time for Christmas 2026.
Where will services be held?
We have permission from the Diocese of Gloucester to hold services in the Memorial Hall and the Baptist Church. All our regular congregation, visitors and local residents are warmly welcome at all services.
The core plan is as under:
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8am |
10am |
5pm |
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1st Sunday |
– |
– |
Combined HC service |
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2nd Sunday |
BCP Communion |
All-age service |
BCP Communion |
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3rd Sunday |
BCP Communion |
Informal service |
Evensong |
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4th Sunday |
BCP Communion |
Informal service |
Evensong |
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5th Sunday |
BCP Communion |
HC service |
Evensong/Healing |
Where can I find details of services?
Full details can be found on the church website https://stlawrencelechlade.org.uk/
Notices are also displayed outside the church and in the window of Church Cottage.
You can also click on the QR code at the bottom of this page.
Our Sunday services have to work around the Memorial Hall’s long-term commitments.
Our Thursday morning service will not be held for the duration of these temporary arrangements.
Where will children’s activities take place?
Children’s groups will continue when 10am services are held except on second Sunday as usual when families are invited to the all-age service.
Is there car parking at the Memorial Hall and Baptist Church?
The Memorial Hall has ample parking adjacent to the hall.
Parking for the Baptist Church is on the roadside nearby and in the Market Place, as it would be when the church is in use.
Baptisms, weddings and funerals – where will they take place?
Requests for baptisms, weddings and funerals must be addressed to the Parish Office and options will be discussed. Email info@stlawrencelechlade.org.uk.
Can I still make a donation to Project Inspire?
Yes. Donations towards the work are most welcome.
Donations may be made direct to the Project Inspire bank account:
Parochial Church Council Lechlade
Sort Code 20-84-61
Account 63394069
The card reader will be available at most services.
Is the path through the churchyard still open?
Yes, Shelley’s Walk – which was greatly improved under an earlier stage of Project Inspire – remains open as does the churchyard. However, for short periods, there will be work undertaken on the south side of the church limiting access along that side. Fencing will be in place to prevent access.
Is Church Cottage still in use?
Yes, Church Cottage remains in use including operation of the Parish Office. In 2026, renovation work on the exterior and minor work on the interior will take place.
How do I contact the Parish Office?
Our contact details remain unchanged:
Tel: 07876 172613
Email: info@stlawrencelechlade.org.uk
Web: www.stlawrencelechlade.org.uk
Will live streaming of services continue?
Yes, live streaming of the 10am service will continue.
Are the Memorial Hall and Baptist Church disabled accessible?
Both have level access. The Memorial Hall has a button for wheelchair users to open the doors. There is toilet provision at both locations though the Baptist Church is not a disabled access toilet per se. A hearing loop is available in the Memorial Hall.