Worship at St Swithun’s is in the Anglo-Catholic style, with High-Church Eucharist services every Sunday and Thursday morning. Wild & Messy Church takes place in the Church and Hall on the second Thursday of each month (except August), 3.30pm - 5.30pm. There is also a Contemplative Church gathering in the hall once or twice a month and a fortnightly Centering Prayer group.
St Swithun’s hall is used by many local groups as well as by the church community itself for events including coffee mornings, plant sales and fetes. Bridport Community Fridge and Garden Glut set up stalls every Thursday morning in the car park, offering free food alongside a Clothing Bank, and sometimes other items.
St Swithun’s was built in 1827 – apparently modelled on the proportions of Solomon's Temple – to replace a medieval church a quarter of a mile away. The Georgian building is striking, with a portico supported on four Tuscan columns and a circular cupola above and unusually, the entrance faces east.
Inside, the stained-glass windows depict different designs of the cross from cultures and faiths around the world. A large, decorated crucifix hangs behind the central altar.
Facilities
Wheelchair Access
Accessible Toilets
Toilets
Wi-Fi
Kitchen Facilities
Outdoor Space
Accessible Parking Bay
Parking
Bell Tower
Hall Hire Available (Capacity 80)
Property Location
St Swithun's Church, North Allington, Bridport DT6 5DU, UK



