St Mary's
Snettisham
YOUR LOCAL CHURCH WHERE ALL ARE WELCOME
St Mary's Church, Old Church Rd, Snettisham, King's Lynn PE31 7NA
ABOUT US
Welcome to St Mary's Church in Snettisham
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St Mary's is a friendly, welcoming Christian church determined to encourage the Lord's work in this part of Norfolk. As well as being a centre for Christian worship for over 700 years, the church provides a safe haven for our community and regularly holds concerts, recitals and other events which attract both church and village alike.
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For any enquiries please contact:
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Church Wardens
Andy Gee
Tel: 07786 330980
​Sarah Keen
Tel: 01485 544374
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Safeguarding Information
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​At St Mary's we take safeguarding seriously. If you have a concern about the safety of someone or the actions of a person working with children or vulnerable adults, please speak out and stay safe.
To register a concern please contact our Parish Safeguarding Officer below:
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Snettisham Parish Safeguarding Officer
Colleen Walters
Tel: 07944 094696
Email: colleenwalters@hotmail.co.uk
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To contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Team call 01603 882345 or email safeguarding@dioceseofnorwich.org
If you think someone is in immediate danger call the police on 999
OUR CHURCH
A brief history of St Mary's
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"The most exciting
14th Century decorated church in Norfolk"
Nikolaus Pevsner
Describe your image
St Mary's church with its 175 foot tall tower and spire, sits on high ground above the village of Snettisham, West Norfolk, and was often a landmark for mariners navigating The Wash.
The present church was built in 1340, but a previous church existed and Snettisham village was built around it. The Black Death sadly destroyed the original village.
St Mary's church was regarded by architectural historian Nikolaus Pevsner as the best "decorated" church in East Anglia. Its stone spire, soaring 175 feet, is a rarity in Norfolk, with only the Cathedral and three other churches having one.
The stained-glass windows alone are spectacular with an equally impressive Medieval pulpit and eagle lectern. Various hatchments decorate the vestry and, for such a small Norfolk village, St Mary's dominates the skyline.
As well as being a centre for Christian worship for over 700 years, the church provides a safe haven from the busyness of 21st Century life - and regularly holds concerts, recitals and other events which attract both church and village alike.
OUR COMMUNITY
Our vision is to love God and love people
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CONNECT WITH US
Friends of St Mary's was set up for those with or without faith who are interested in supporting and protecting the church building itself and the significant role it plays within the village and the wider community.
@fosmsnettisham
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FOLLOW US
Follow our Facebook Page for the latest news and events at St Marys.
@snettishamstmaryschurch
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"St.Mary's is a church that passionately worships God, reaches out to others and positively impacts our community"
Rev, Dan Tansey
ST.MARY'S NEWS
WHAT'S ON AT ST.MARY'S?
NERUDA QUARTET - 10th October
​will perform at St Mary’s on October 10th at 4p.m.
DANISH FOLK SONGS, MOZART & BEETHOVEN
MOZART – Quartet No.22 in B flat K.589
DANISH – Folk Song
BEETHOVEN – Quartet Op.18 No.6
Formed in 2024, the Neruda Quartet is a dynamic, young string quartet based in London, comprising students from the Royal Academy of Music. The quartet quickly established itself as a prominent ensemble within the Academy’s vibrant musical community after being selected as Tillett Debut artists for the 2026/28 season. The Quartet was also chosen to represent the Royal Academy of Music at the First International Orchestral and Chamber Music Symposium in Tianjin, China — an event that brought together ensembles from leading institutions around the world. This was amongst other opportunities such as recording for Academy Alumni Elton John.
Supported by the Tillett Trust Debut scheme.
Tickets, including tea and cake from King's Lynn Corn Exchange. Tel: 01553 764864
THURSDAY TREATS!
Every Thursday
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Sharing pudding, bible study and prayer on Thursday evenings at 7pm
Email revdantansey@gmail.com or call 07928 825 060 for details
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SUPPERS & LUNCHES
Thursdays and Fridays
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We continue to host shared meals, cleverly named Thursday Suppers (7pm at Park Farm Visitor’s Centre) and Friday Lunches (12:30pm at the Church Hall, Station Rd).
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These gatherings are a great opportunity to meet new people and also include some light teaching and discussion of Christian life. These are free events, and any donations made will go to support the Hunstanton & District Food Bank (we’ve raised over £6,000 for this local cause). Everyone is welcome!
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STAY & PLAY
Every Wednesday during term time 9.45-11.30am
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Join us at St. Mary’s Church Hall, Station Road, Snettisham. Join us for learning through play, songs and stories. The sessions will be led by experienced EYFS practitioners. For more information email Stayandplay26@outlook.com or follow us on Instagram: @StayandplaySnett
​OUR SERVICES
Living the Life
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SUNDAY WORSHIP
Our Sunday Services at St Mary's start at 10am
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These are very relaxed and accessible services for everyone, and the regular congregation are always welcoming and friendly.
We also now have an Activity Space for Children and creative types to use during services.
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Everyone who’s been Christened is welcome to come forward for bread and wine at Holy Communion or for a simple blessing if you’d prefer. Or you don’t have to come forward at all if you don’t want to! We’re also happy to bring the bread and wine to you if it’s difficult for you to get up to the front of the church.
Morning Worship is a regular church service but without Holy Communion. Tea, coffee and cakes are served after every service!
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We have also added an extra BCP Holy Communion service to each month, held at 8.30am on the first and third
We also meet for Coffee & Prayers on Friday mornings from 9.30am. Some come along and chatter away, and others sit quietly and enjoy praying with others in their own way.
Below is a timetable of everything that’s coming up at St Mary’s between now and the end of February 2024. Everyone is welcome at every service and event!
Sunday 4th October
8.30am
10.00am
BCP Holy Communion
Holy Communion (CW)
Trinity 18
Sunday 11th October
10.00am
Holy Communion (CW)
Trinity 19
Sunday 18th October
8.30am
10.00am
BCP Holy Communion
Holy Communion (CW)
Luke the Evangelist
Sunday 25th October
10.00am
Morning Worship
Last after Trinity
Sunday 1st November
8.30am
10.00am
BCP Holy Communion
Holy Communion (CW)
All Saints Day
Sunday 8th November
10.00am
Rememberance Service
Rememberance Sunday
Sunday 15th November
8.30am
10.00am
BCP Holy Communion
Holy Communion (CW)
2nd before Advent
Sunday 22nd November
10.00am
Morning Worship
Christ the King
Sunday 29th November
10.00am
Holy Communion (CW)
Christ the King
CONTACT US
If you have any enquiries please don't hesitate to contact us:
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Church Warden
Sarah Keen
Tel: 01485 544374
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Church Warden
Andy Gee
Mobile: 07786 330980
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FIND US
At the heart of the village
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St Mary's Church
Old Church Rd
Snettisham
King's Lynn
Norfolk
PE31 7NA
Limited parking on road outside church
Wheelchair access
We look forward to welcoming you to St Mary's Church