The Friends of St Mary’s was set up in 2014 to help raise funds for the conservation and ongoing maintenance of Upton’s church building and churchyard. The church has served the people of Upton since the 11th century and the Friends’ donations will help to ensure it is maintained in good condition to serve for another thousand years.
St Mary’s, in common with most other churches, receives no financial support from the Church of England so if it is to remain a community asset, it needs community support.
As well as raising money to maintain the building and churchyard, the Friends scheme is also for fun! Friends’ events are organised on a regular basis and include quiz nights, skittles evenings, talks and walks.
A little from many adds up to a lot! Donations from the Friends have been essential to keep the church open and in sound condition in recent years. If you would like to become a Friend by donating a regular amount to the scheme, we would be delighted to hear from you. The Friends of St Mary’s leaflet (available on-line or available in the church) gives you all the information you need. Alternatively, please call 01235 851251 for full details.
Updated Aug 2023
- New Facilities at St. Mary’s
- Skittles Evening
- Annual Carol Service Coming Up
- Friends of St Mary’s Good Friday Walk
- Christmas Carols and Readings
- Christmas Reading – A Boy Called Christmas
- Friends of St. Mary’s – Armistice Event
- Pimms, Pate & Pudding to Return
- Good Friday Walk
- Friends of St Mary’s Good Friday Walk