Latest News - Bath Abbey

Alpha course by Zoom

September 10, 2020 | Comments Off

In partnership with churches in Bath, Bath Abbey will be hosting an online Alpha Course by Zoom. The course offers an opportunity to take a fresh look at the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, all from the comfort of…

Choral services to resume at Bath Abbey after 6-month absence

September 7, 2020 | Comments Off

We are starting choral services again! From Sunday 4th October, join us and the Abbey Choir (albeit smaller than usual) online or in person for Choral Evensong at Bath Abbey. We are delighted that new guidance means we are…

Bath Abbey welcomes Revd Chantal Mason

September 4, 2020 | Comments Off

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Revd Chantal Mason who will join our team on Monday 7 September as Abbey Pastor. Chantal says: “I am delighted to be appointed as Bath Abbey Pastor, and I am greatly looking…

Abbey Electoral Roll Annual Revision

September 1, 2020 | Comments Off

The annual revision of the Abbey Electoral Roll will take place between Thursday 17 September and Friday 2 October prior to the APCM on Tuesday 20 October. If you are a member of the Abbey Community and are not yet…

‘I’m fine, thanks’: a touching memoir by Chris Doveton

August 28, 2020 | Comments Off

I'm Fine thanks cover and image of author Chris Doveton

I’m Fine, Thanks’, recently published, is a touching memoir exploring one man’s journey through grief and destruction, finding love in the depths of despair! Chris and Anne are enjoying a loving marriage in the prime of their lives when Anne is…

Bath Abbey receives £155,800 National Lottery funding to help address impact of Covid-19 pandemic

August 26, 2020 | Comments Off

Bath Abbey has received £155,800 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to support the Abbey in its recovery from the impact of the closure of all places of worship for over three months. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown…

Bath Abbey receives 2020 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award based on outstanding 2019 Reviews

August 24, 2020 | Comments Off

Bath Abbey receives Tripadvisor Traveler's Choice Award

Bath Abbey has been recognised as a 2020 Travellers’ Choice award-winner by popular travel website Tripadvisor. Based on a full year of Tripadvisor reviews, prior to any changes caused by the pandemic, award winners are known for consistently receiving great…

Abbey Choir Boy offered place at Chetham’s School of Music

August 5, 2020 | Comments Off

Bath Abbey is delighted to hear that 16-year old Hayden Payne, who has been part of the Abbey’s Melody Maker and Boys’ Choirs over the last eight years, has been offered a place at the prestigious Chetham’s School of Music…

Bath Abbey Diptychs: The Life and Miracles of Jesus

July 30, 2020 | Comments Off

A selection of Diptychs from the Abbey’s extensive collection is now on display. Created by Bath Artist Sue Symons, the left-hand panel in each Diptych comprises detailed and beautifully decorated calligraphy. Each text from the Bible recalls an occasion in…

Black Lives Matter

July 29, 2020 | Comments Off

At Bath Abbey we have been closely watching events in the USA and UK, and we recognise the great gravity of the issues raised by the Black Lives Matter movement. We support the CTE (Churches Together England) Presidents’ call for…

Bath Abbey Annual Review 2023-2024

The Annual Review for 2023-2024 is now available here. If you'd like a printed copy, we kindly ask if you could please download and print this yourself, as we're only printing a small number of copies this year.

Bath Abbey Weekly Notice Sheet

This weekly publication, distributed in our Sunday services, includes information about our services, upcoming events as well as our community and prayer groups. This will be sent to you by email if you use the sign up. Or, you can download the latest week below:

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Bath Abbey Annual Review 2023-2024

Bath Abbey Weekly Notice Sheet