Here is a list of some of the important events and news from around the benefice
Confirmation 2026 There will be a service of confirmation with Bishop Karen on Saturday 21st November at 5pm at St Mary's Calne. Caspar will be running confimration classes during the autumn. Please contact Caspar if you are interested. This is also relevant for anyone who is confirmed, but would like a refresher course. The classes will be on Thursday evenings beginning on 1st October.
Bereavement Cafe - A Support Group for all who are grieving This is an informal group that meets on the first Wednesday of every month, for those coping with loss to gather, share their stories, and find comfort in shared experiences. All are welcome, see details here.
Mary Makers An inclusive craft group for men and women upstairs in Church House Mondays from 10:00 to 12:00 noon. Most of the weekly sessions will be “bring your own” but there will be small workshops from time to time. A suggested donation of £2.00 to cover refreshments. We look forward to seeing you. Contact Tamara Davis on 07528 604719 or Tonia Crouch on 07719 788266
Wine and Cheese Business Networking Event - Thursday 1 October, 2026 6:00 pm at St. Mary's Church A relaxed business networking event at St Mary's Church, Calne to launch Calne Community Business Champions for Project 2026 initiative. This special evening is open to all business professionals in the community to come together, meet one another in a relaxed setting and make valued connections. During the evening, guests will also have an opportunity to take a short guided tour and learn more about the Calne Community Business Champions initiative for St Mary's Project 2026, an ambitious and exciting initiative to help secure the future of St Mary's Church as a more accessible, welcoming and flexible space for the whole community.
St Martin’s Bremhill Drainage Project update The latest update on the Bremhill National lottery funded project can be seen here.