All Saints Church, Snodland

A church has stood here since 7AD and was noted in the Doomsday book of 1086AD. From the 13th - 15th centuries the church was enlarged several times. It stands by the River Medway and is on the Pilgrims way and once had a ferry crossing used by pilgrims travelling through on their way to Canterbury. There are many interesting features which can be seen inside the church from the Poor Box, the original tower door with its ‘sanctuary knob’ and gravestones of famous local people in the churchyard; notably Thomas Fletcher Waghorn, who instigated the overland route.
Various activities will run throughout the day, including a talk about stained glass windows, a newly produced video of the church history and key features, made in conjunction with local Primary School pupils, Live Folk music from local artists will shared in the afternoon and we hope to have short tours and a short talk about the current repair and restoration work on the Church, thanks to a grant by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, thanks to National Lottery Players.
The Friends of All Saints Church will be there sharing their work and with merchandise available to purchase.
The Snodland Historical Society will be present with a stall sharing information about the church and local history, with material available to purchase.
The church will also be open as part of the Kent Churches 'Ride & Stride' day, so walkers and cyclists are welcome to visit.
Refreshments will be available throughout the day - donations

Timings

Saturday 12 September:

TBC

Location & directions

All Saints Church, Mill Street, Snodland, Kent, ME6 5AT

Directions:

The Church is situated next to Snodland train Station. On the day FREE parking will be available in the car park at Smurfit Westrock papermill opposite the church. The church is just off from the A228 bypass.

Contact on day:

Jenny Glanfield

Telephone number:

+447362591094

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

FREE parking will be available in the car park at Smurfit Westrock papermill opposite the church. We have one basic toilet which is accessed by a step and disabled access can be provided for the toilet using the West Door is needed. No changing facilities are available though. There is a small section of path near the church entrance which is flat and more accessible, but there is not a full path can make it unsuitable for wheelchairs or mobility aids. The churchyard ground is uneven in areas, but can be accessed.

Additional information

All ages are welcome to attend.

Estimated duration:

0 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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