Penallt Old Church is the oldest building in the village. The focal point of the parish even for those who rarely worship in it. Visible from miles around it is a spiritual refuge for the local parishioners and the many who use the footpaths that pass through the churchyard. The church is open all the time. Please join on us for Sunday services (every 2 weeks) or just enjoy the tranquility of the church and visit the churchyard to enjoy the magnificent views of the river Wye 600 feet below. The church is always open, tea and coffee are available and the visitors book bears testament to the number of ‘pilgrim walkers’ who pass through and are awed by the tranquillity and beauty of this wonderful church. The church is also home to a 300+ population of Horseshoe bats and a site of special scientific interest. For more details on the church history see below.

Forthcoming services and events in October - Dec

Sunday 12th October 11am Eucharist   

Sunday 26th October   11am Eucharist  

Sunday 9th November      10.50 Village war memorial Remembrance Sunday 

Tuesday 11th November 10.45   Rededication of Memorial in Old Church . This has been moved from Trellech Methodist Church A short talk by Peter Garwood on the memorial and the those remembered will be followed by refreshments. 

Sunday 23rd November    11am Eucharist

Sunday 30th November    Joint Ministry area service at St Thomas Monmouth  

Sunday 14th December     3pm Nine Lessons and Carols 

Thursday 24th December  Barn Nativity 4pm

                                         9pm midnight Communion

Friday 25th December      10am Christmas Day

Penallt old Church is the oldest building in the village dating from the early 13th century. It has magnificent views and is a place of peace and serenity in which many of our ancestors are buried.

However, the Church and churchyard require continual repair and maintenance and this relies only on local support.

We have spent @£30k in 2023 - repointing the tower and main roofs as well as replacing the bell tower floor- this work wiil hopefully will last a good few years!

This spend has depleted our funds and we still have many outstanding projects including the provision of an outside composting loo as we have no water supply . So please spend a few pennies to help !

 Penallt Old ChurchNews

As the wonderful summer comes to an end - we can look back on a successful series of events and services.

To mark the Creation we had an outdoor service on 31st August around the preaching Cross in the churchyard. The service was presided over by Karen Dack and Tim provided the Music and song with his guitar.

We ran a number of very successful fund raising events across the summer including the Cantus Clarinet Quartet and provided teas for Birch tree well Open garden afternoon.

We are delighted to contribute £1500 towards a chosen charity -the Pill Trust. The Pill Trust supports the people in one of the impoverished parts of Wales.

Looking forward, our successful monthly Coffee Mornings in Pelham hall - with the next one being on Tuesday 7th October at 10.30 am.

Old Church Christmas raffle tickets

These are now on sale via Sarah Haefner and will shortly be available on line as well.

The draw will be made on Thursday 18th December 7 PM in Pelham Hall, at the village Christmas event . Prize list includes:

Wally Keeler Pot

The Bush.      Sunday roast for 2

Ash and Helen Beale.       Cherry Orchard Beef pack

Kate Thomas        Orchard Kitchen Friday’s Street meal for 2

Richard and Liz Minors.  Case of Maesadalar wine

Nina Howden    Silver Circle distillery. - bottle of Gin and       voucher for Tour of the Distillery

Justine Scouller.     Voucher for bouquet from Far Hill flowers

Jess and Jake.       Voucher for Pig and Apple meal for 2

Amelia and Louis Rudd.   Copy of Louis’ new book

Antonia and Mark Pearson 2 new Blue Tooth Record                 Players

Rhian Flew-Williams.        Bottle of Baileys

Churchwarden - Mike Thorpe 07816837475  mike.f.thorpe@gmail.com

PCC Members

Lyn Harper muderma@googlemail.com

Sarah Haefner 01600 712349

Newsletters, Volunteering and Fundraising

We produce a Parish magazine every two months which can be downloaded from here …..

Volunteering – from time to time we have ‘churchyard’ working parties to ensure that the churchyard is clean and tidy. If you can help watch out for notices and contact Tim McCord.

As an old building there is also plenty of work that is required on the fabric.  If you have a specific skill or craft – your help would be invaluable.

Fund Raising – In common with many organisations, Covid-19 has significantly reduced the Church income which we rely on to maintain the building. If you would like to give in a tax efficient manner, donations however small are greatly appreciated . Please contact the Treasurer timmccord@hotmail.co.uk for more information.

History

There are 28 pages of history contained in the Local History section of this site plus 17 drawings and watercolours.

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 Penallt Old Church

Penallt Old Church is the oldest building in the village. The focal point of the parish even for those who rarely worship in it. Visible from miles around it is a spiritual refuge for the local parishioners and the many who use the footpaths that pass through the churchyard. The church is open all the time. Please join on us for Sunday services (every 2 weeks) or just enjoy the tranquility of the church and visit the churchyard to enjoy the magnificent views of the river Wye 600 feet below. The church is always open, tea and coffee are available and the visitors book bears testament to the number of ‘pilgrim walkers’ who pass through and are awed by the tranquillity and beauty of this wonderful church. The church is also home to a 300+ population of Horseshoe bats and a site of special scientific interest. For more details on the church history see below.

Forthcoming Events

Easter Day service 20th April

Plant Sale- Ban Holiday Monday 5th May 10 am - Sarah Haeffner’s house in middle of Penallt Village.

Coffee Morning Pelham Hall Tuesday 6th May

Forthcoming services April

Palm Sunday  13th April   11am Holy Eucharist Old Church

Good Friday 18th April - Good Friday service   11am Old Church

Easter Sunday 20th April - Holy Eucharist 11 am Old Church . Family Friendly service - Children welcome - available for Easter Eggs for little people after the service

Sunday 27th April 11am Holy Eucharist Old Church

Penallt old Church is the oldest building in the village dating from the early 13th century. It has magnificent views and is a place of peace and serenity in which many of our ancestors are buried.

However, the Church and churchyard require continual repair and maintenance and this relies only on local support.

We have spent @£30k in 2023 - repointing the tower and main roofs as well as replacing the bell tower floor- this work wiil hopefully will last a good few years!

This spend has depleted our funds and we still have many outstanding projects including the provision of an outside composting loo as we have no water supply . So please spend a few pennies to help !

Past events

Monday 6th May (Bank Holiday)

Many thanks to everyone who donated plants and purchased ! we raised £380 for the Old church funds.

The new church bosses - representing the Covid Pandemic and the late Queens Jubilee were blessed by Karen Dack and all the attendees toasted the new bosses with a glass of fizz. As you go into the church - look up and you will see them. The bosses represent momentous events in British history dating back to the reign of Richard 1. The age of the bosses is unknown.

The New History and Nature boards have been installed in the Church and Churchyard – please come along and enjoy refreshments that are now available to visitors.

Churchwarden - Tim McCord 07770 638250  timmccord@hotmail.co.uk

PCC Members

Lyn Harper muderma@googlemail.com

Sarah Haefner 01600 712349

Newsletters, Volunteering and Fundraising

We produce a Parish magazine every two months which can be downloaded from here …..

Volunteering – from time to time we have ‘churchyard’ working parties to ensure that the churchyard is clean and tidy. If you can help watch out for notices and contact Tim McCord.

As an old building there is also plenty of work that is required on the fabric.  If you have a specific skill or craft – your help would be invaluable.

Fund Raising – In common with many organisations, Covid-19 has significantly reduced the Church income which we rely on to maintain the building. If you would like to give in a tax efficient manner, donations however small are greatly appreciated . Please contact the Treasurer timmccord@hotmail.co.uk for more information.

History

There are 28 pages of history contained in the Local History section of this site plus 17 drawings and watercolours.

Gallery