The parish church of St Andrew is a gem hidden in the grounds of Binghams Melcombe house (DT2 7PZ).

Access to the church is usually through the ‘eagle gates’ leading to the house.  If these are locked, then access is via the drive through the Catley gate which may be found along the lane about a quarter of a mile to the west of the eagle gates.

For a gallery of pictures, please see the Dorset Historic Churches Trust’s website.

The usual pattern of services is, however this has been modified during the current vacancy. Please see this months time table. https://piddlevalleybenefice.com/services-timetable/:

1^st Sunday

11.00am          Morning Prayer (BCP)

2^nd Sunday

11.00am          Parish Communion (BCP)

3^rd Sunday

11.00am          Horsey Half Hour – Lay led service with hymns   reading and a short talk.

9.30am            Family Eucharist (CW) at Cheselbourne

11.00am          Morning Prayer (BCP) at Hilton

4^th Sunday

10.30am          Stepping Stones (an informal service of songs, friendship and activities) at The Old Brewery Hall, Ansty

Please do however check the current month’s services on the home page.