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 December

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

Old Church Christmas raffle was drawn on 18th December and winners are detailed below.

Wally Keeler Pot - Thomson

The Bush.      Sunday roast for 2 Jo Haffenden

Cherry Orchard Beef pack Helen Snook

 Orchard Kitchen Friday’s Street meal for 2 Efa Coutts

Richard and Liz Minors.  Case of Maesadalar wine —Ros

Silver Circle distillery. - bottle of Gin- A.Skinner

and voucher for Tour of the Distillery A.Pearson

Voucher for bouquet from Far Hill flowers D. Hartley

Voucher for Pig and Apple meal for 2 Flora Coutts

Louis Rudd Polar adventure book Walters

2 new Blue Tooth Record turntables I. Rabjohn , Thomson

  Bottle of Baileys Ashford

Luxury Bath Set - L. John

Spa body Set Marsh

Tea cosy - Davies

4 tubs of chocolates Light, E.Thomas, Atkinson, J. Runmore

Beer Box - A. Burt Jones

Book token G.Thorpe

ART IN PENALLT DONATION

Huge thanks to the AIP team and charity that have donated £2250 to the Penallt Old church. This money has been earmarked for the Eco loo that hopefully will be installed in 2026. (subject to planning)!

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