Join us over for a festival celebrating 1,050 years of St Nicholas’ Church Worth where, for the whole weekend, the church will be filled with the scent of flowers and the sound of sacred music that has echoed through the centuries.
For over 1,050 years, St Nicholas’ Church in Worth has stood as a beacon of faith, beauty, and community. One of the oldest churches in continuous use in the country, it has witnessed the sweep of history from the Saxon era to the present day – a place where generations have gathered in worship, in celebration, and in stillness. As we mark this extraordinary anniversary, we honour not only its ancient stones, but the living story of all those who have passed through its doors.
As part of this momentous year for us, we’re thrilled to be well underway with preparations for the Entwined in Harmony festival at St Nicholas’ Worth which will be a celebration of beauty, music, and community taking place over the August Bank Holiday.
For the whole weekend, the church will be filled with the scent of flowers and the sound of sacred music that has echoed through the centuries.
A quarter peal of bells announces the start of the festival on Saturday.
Floral Displays Inspired by Music
Wander through the church and grounds to discover stunning floral arrangements, inspired by musical themes that will be reflected in Sunday’s concert.
If you’d like to sponsor an arrangement, please contact Adela via musicdirector@worthparish.org.
Join the Festival Choir – No Experience Needed
The concert takes place on Sunday 24 August at 4pm, and the choir is open to all ages and abilities – no previous musical experience required, and all music will be provided. Rehearsals are on now, relaxed and friendly, held on Sunday afternoons throughout the summer. Click here for more information, or just turn up when you can.
Free Entry – Donations Welcome
There is no charge to attend the festival, but donations are warmly welcomed. All proceeds will be shared between:
Come and be part of a weekend where music, flowers, and community come together in a truly special setting.
Worth Parish to Host Open Gardens Day on June 8, 2025
Worth Parish is inviting the community to its Open Gardens Day on Sunday, June 8, 2025, as part of the 1050th Anniversary celebrations of St. Nicholas Church. The event aims to raise funds for the church’s organ restoration appeal.
Five local gardens—three in Worth and two in Maidenbower—will be open to visitors. These gardens belong to church members, including the Rector, the Crucifer, the Organist, a retired Doctor, and a retired Professor. Each garden reflects the unique style and passion of its owner.
The event will commence at Worth Rectory, Church Road, Worth, RH10 7RT, starting around 11:15 AM after the morning church service, and will conclude at 4:00 PM. Tickets are priced at £5, granting access to all five gardens. Visitors can also enjoy a plant sale, refreshments, and toilet facilities at the Rectory. Details of the other four gardens will be provided on the day.
Please note that these are private gardens opened for fundraising purposes; therefore, facilities are limited, and the houses themselves will not be open to the public. Not all gardens are wheelchair accessible, and some contain sharp objects or poisonous plants, so children must be supervised at all times.
We hope you can join us !
What could be nicer than a summer’s afternoon tea followed by a stroll round the grounds of our ancient church, the 11th oldest in the country? Well, the bellringers at St Nicholas’ invite you to join us as they provide a delicious spread of homemade sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, a selection of cakes and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Special diets can be catered for on prior request and all profits go directly to parish funds for things such as the cost of repairing the roof of our beautiful Saxon church.
Tickets are £10 in advance and only 80 covers can be taken, so get them now, either from the churchwardens or from EventBrite here.
Save the date of Sunday October 21 2018 !
We are delighted to announce that Chichester Cathedral Choir will be visiting St Nicholas’ Worth, to sing Choral Evensong at 4pm. Refreshments afterwards.
Full details of music will be announced in due course.
This September, there are lots of opportunities for you to exercise your voice with us with varying levels of commitment.
Here are some more pictures of this year’s fete. Thanks for coming ! See you next year.
Thank you to all those who have bought advanced tickets for our concert tomorrow night at St Nicholas’ Church, Worth, thus helping us work out the amounts for catering and drinks.
Feel free to still come along on the night though, as there will be something for everyone (musically and culinary !). Adult tickets are £8 including canapés and Pimms, children can come free (sweets and juice provided). You can phone 07044 326819
Here is the Music for a Summer’s Evening Programme so you can see in advance what is being performed and print it for yourself (although copies are available free of charge on the door).
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