UPDATED 24/02/21: During this time the Abbey is open only for private prayer and reflection (Sun-Sat, 12-2pm). The Abbey (including Tower & Shop) is closed for general sightseeing and visiting until 17 May at the earliest. In support of the Government's request for the public to stay at home, there will be no services in the Abbey; instead, we will be offering worship online and via social media.
Welcome to Bath Abbey
The Abbey is a place to come to God; we continue to welcome individuals for private prayer and quiet reflection. At the same time we are offering online worship and resources to support each other and the city of Bath through this difficult period.
Message from our Rector
“Come unto me, all you who are weary and are heavy laden” said Jesus to the crowds who gathered around him, “and I will give you rest”.
In this time of continuing anxiety and loving concern for each other, I am grateful that the Abbey can remain open for private prayer (between 12 noon and 2.00pm) each day during lockdown.
You are also invited to gather with us for worship online and will find fresh spiritual resources added daily on this website - and I join the whole Bath Abbey family in praying for God’s love and renewing strength to fill you afresh, and bring peace and hope as you draw near to Him.
The Revd Canon Guy Bridgewater
Rector of Bath Abbey
Services, Prayer and Support
During this third national lockdown, the Abbey remains open daily for private prayer and reflection. The Abbey and Shop will be closed for general sightseeing and visiting until 17 May 2021 at the earliest.
Prayer
The Abbey is open for individual prayer from 12 noon until 2pm every day. Our apologies, there may be some construction noise during your visit, except during the 1-1.30pm lunch-break.
You're welcome to come in to pause and reflect, pray or light a candle. The Birde Chapel and Gethsemane Chapel are open and a duty chaplain will be available to offer their support and prayers.
We would be grateful if you continue to observe our Covid-19 safety measures including wearing a face mask and physically distancing while in the Abbey.
Services
To support the government's request for the public to stay at home, we will not be offering communal service or Evensong on Sundays. Instead, we are offering a number of ways to worship with us online:
- A recorded Sunday service at 10.15am https://bathabbey.online.church/
- A Prayer for Bath, a service on Zoom organised by churches in Bath on Shrove Tuesday at 7.50pm
- A special service for Ash Wednesday at 7pm https://bathabbey.online.church/
- A morning thought for the day from 10am, Mon-Sat
- A daily anthem from 10am, Mon-Sat
- Midday Prayer and Chat at 12pm, Mon-Fri. All welcome to join us on Zoom, Please check the What's On page or sign up to our Abbey Community Newsletter for details. The Zoom link is the same each week.
For more details on all our online services and how to join us, please see our Daily and Weekly Worship Online page.
Support
As we continue to navigate our way through the latest wave of Covid-19 we are reminded how much we need each other and the importance of church family. We are always glad to offer pastoral care, support and prayer. Please don’t hesitate to just ask; there are a variety of ways to get in touch:
- Complete an online prayer request form
- Send an email to [email protected]
- Or speak to a member of the clergy or ministry team by contacting the Abbey office on 01225 422462 or e-mail [email protected]
The Abbey Office is currently closed but there will be someone answering phone calls and emails remotely from Monday to Friday 10am -12pm. There will be an answerphone the rest of the time which will be usually checked on Thursday.
Should you need to urgently contact the Abbey for pastoral needs please contact our Abbey Pastor, The Revd Chantal Mason on 07908-326819 or email: [email protected]
Opening Hours
During this third national lockdown, the Abbey remains open daily for you to come in to pause and reflect, pray or light a candle. The Abbey and Shop will be closed for general sightseeing and visiting until 17 May 2021 at the earliest.
As a working church that plays an active role in the community, the Abbey continues to offer daily prayers and gather for worship online.
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List of Events
Sunday Worship Online
Please join us for our Sunday worship, led by members of the Abbey's ministry team, and beautiful music (usually including singing by members of the Abbey Choir). This service is available to watch online through our website, or after Sunday on our YouTube channel.
Coffee and Chat via Zoom
We hope you'll join us on Sundays to watch our recorded service at 10.15am followed by Coffee and Chat on Zoom at 11am afterwards. The Coffee & Chat is accessed through Zoom, which can be joined in any of the following ways: • Click on this link to access Zoom • OR Type into your Zoom page the meeting ID: 917 816 5959 • OR Phone 0203 9017895 and type in the above ID when asked We are also holding…
Midday Prayer and Chat via Zoom
To promote friendship and tackle isolation, we would like to invite you to join our Prayer and Chat at 12pm Monday to Friday. These are accessed through Zoom, which can be joined in any of the following ways: • Click on this link to access Zoom • OR Type into your Zoom page the meeting ID: 917 816 5959 • OR Phone 0203 9017895 and type in the above ID when asked We are also holding Coffee and Chat at…
