Mastering the Art of Stonework: A Journey of Knowledge and Creativity A fascinating talk from Master Craftsman, Adam Stone, delighted the 50-strong audience at Steyning Parish Church on 8 October. Adam outlined his unique career which began with English Heritage as an apprentice stonemason in 1979. Since then, he has worked on the conservation of…
Annual General Meeting of the Friends with special guest speaker. Sunday, 8th October 2023. From 5 pm to approximately 7 pm. Venue: Steyning Parish Church. Our 2023 AGM will be on 8 October, in the Church as usual, but this time on a Sunday afternoon starting at 5 pm. In order to achieve a quorum…
Sarah Leigh, our church historian, gave a talk about the church on the 10th of July covering the twists and turns of its history from the Norman conquest to the Reformation. The audience of around 70 people who came from Shoreham, Worthing and Brighton as well as Steyning, were highly appreciative and the talk prompted…
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A magnificent performance of Handel’s Messiah delighted the audience on 15th December in Steyning Parish Church. The internationally acclaimed Hanover Band and Hanover Chorus gave this seasonal masterpiece to more than 200 people, to create a very special and memorable evening – despite arctic weather outside. The church lighting, which was installed just last year, meant…
A Sussex orchestra of international repute, The Hanover Band, together with The Hanover Band Chorus, a group of soloist standard singers, will perform Handel’s Messiah in Steyning Parish Church on 15th December. This will give the chance to see the performance locally – and before it goes to London! This seasonal masterpiece is brought to Steyning…
A great deal of fun was had yesterday when over 40 children from Steyning and beyond visited the church and celebrated the 500th anniversary of the Steyning Screen. The afternoon consisted of various games, craft activities, dressing up and dancing – all with a Tudor theme. Even King Henry VIII put in an appearance! Parental/Carer…
On 23rd October 2022, a fabulous concert from the four-harp ensemble, ‘Glissando’, played to a 100-strong audience in celebration of the 500th anniversary of the carved Tudor oak screen which can be seen in the church. The programme included the premiere of ‘Catalina Suite’, composed by Sussex-based Alex Rider who was inspired to write the piece by the…
An informal speech by Jeremy Tomlinson, Chairman of the Friends of Steyning Parish Church 23 October 2022 As Chairman of the Friends of Steyning Parish Church, and on behalf of the Vicar, I am very pleased to welcome you to this beautiful, ancient building. Today’s harp concert with readings is a very special event. Its…
The sunny weekend of 17th and 18th of September saw the town of Steyning take part for the first time in the national Heritage Open Days scheme. As part of this, The Friends organised several events including talks and concerts, with homemade afternoon teas in Penfold Hall. Additionally, the audio tour of the interior of…