At this time of year, there may be those who have a reminder in their diary that it is the time to apply for tickets for the Advent and Christmas services. This is to reassure you, as the situation is…
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Choral services to resume at Bath Abbey after 6-month absence
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…
Abbey Electoral Roll Annual Revision
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
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
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
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…
Bath Abbey Diptychs: The Life and Miracles of Jesus
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…
Bath Abbey Choir
Here is a joint statement from Revd Canon Guy Bridgewater, Rector of Bath Abbey, and Huw Williams, Bath Abbey’s Director of Music: “We are thrilled to be starting public services in the Abbey from 2 August. While we’ll have music…
Saying goodbye and thank you to our Girls’ Choir Leavers
A small number gathered in the Abbey on Sunday for a trial service, which will help us work towards starting services again in August. It was the first time members of the Abbey family have been able to worship together…
Charles Curnock honoured by Archbishop of Canterbury
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has announced this year’s recipients of Lambeth Awards for outstanding contributions to the Church and wider society. Among the recipients is a name familiar to us, our very own Charles Curnock who received The…
