What’s On
For information on our regular services, please visit: Our Services
Music for Market
Young performers' Platform
Come to support our local talented young performers as they play and sing wonderful music at the start of our new Music for Market series.
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word @ St Leonard’s
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ St Mary Magdalene)
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Music for Market
Jakob Fichert
Canons Hidden in Roses
Chopin’s Polonaises are amongst the composer’s most iconic works. Inspired by an old tape
recording of my great-grandmother, a Jewish pianist from Riga who studied in Berlin in the
1890s and 1900s and survived the horrors of the Nazi regime, I recorded these master
pieces for Resonus Classics earlier this year (to be released in January 2027), four of which
are featured in this recital.
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Nottingham Symphony Orchestra
A Summer Celebration will bring together musical favourites and family fun! Don't miss the opportunity hear a live orchestra performing film favourites from Jurassic Park, Chicken Run and How to Train Your Dragon as well as some American Classics including Fanfare for the Common Man and Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland, George Gershwin's Cuban Overture and An American in Paris, the Adagio for Strings by Samuel Barber. To help make it a real family celebration, there will be a face painter, craft workshop and themed activity pack.
Even better, at 5pm, Music Director Mark Prescott, will be hosting a ‘Have a Go’ event, giving children (and grown ups ) the opportunity to see what it’s like to follow a conductor! Feel free to bring your own instrument, but we’ll also have things to hit and shake available.
Tickets: general admission £18; concessions (60+) £15; under 18 years and students £6. Discounts available for families and parties of 4 or more.
Available on the door or online at TicketSource.
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word @ St Leonard’s
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ St Mary Magdalene)
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Music for Market
Eira Lynn Jones
VOYAGES: Acclaimed Welsh harpist, Eira Lynn Jones returns to the series with a varied programme on pedal harp and lever harp. From classical favourites, traditional tunes, hidden gems and a sprinkle of jazz, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. “…Enthralling playing which captivated the audience” -King’s Lynn Festival
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
26 YEARS OF TIME TRAVEL
EVERY FIELD TELLS A STORY, a talk given by Richard Pincott
26 years in the blink of an eye. That’s how it feels when I look over my shoulder to see how far we have travelled. Since 1999, we have journeyed through time surveying fields and investigating the history of our local landscapes. There have been many artefacts of interest, many highs, and many lows, but the treasure has and always will be, the stories the fields can tell. Our talk will lead you through those 26 years of discovery and introduce you to some of the investigations that we embarked upon.
We think you will be amazed; as we always say, Every Field Tells a Story.
Audience feedback - "He's like a male Mary Beard!"
FUEL (East)
Fuel (East) is a monthly gathering for youth from all over East Nottinghamshire, to come together to have fun, encounter God, hear from the Word and pray for each other. Our hope is for young people to come, see and know the love that God has for them and that hearts will be set on fire to see revival in the places that we live!!
Book here: stmarymagdalenewithstleonard.churchsuite…
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Handel's Messiah
Come to a fantastic performance of Handel's iconic Messiah in the wonderful surroundings of the renewed church of St Mary Magdalene, in the heart of Newark.
The performance will be directed by Stephen Bullamore, and includes:
The Choir of St Mary Magdalene, Newark
The Choristers of Grimsby Minster
The Choir of St John's College, Durham
Music Donum Dei Baroque Orchestra (leader - Diane Terry)
Soloists are:
Soprano: Emma Rae Ward
Alto: Stella Radić
Tenor: Mark Wilde
Bass: Will Burn
Book here: https://buytickets.at/stmarymagdalenenewark/2175065
St Mary's Patronal Festival
Patronal Celebrations
St Mary Magdalene
Celebrate with us during our 9am and 11am services
5.00pm - Come & Sing Evensong
(if you would like to sing, rehearsal is at 3.30pm)
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Music for Market
Avalon Summerfield (mezzo-soprano) and John Gull (pianist)
Mezzo-soprano Avalon Summerfield and pianist John Gull present On This Island, a programme of English art song celebrating the beauty and nature of the British Isles. Featuring songs by Britten, Howells, Elgar, Dring, Tate and Head, this recital explores themes of landscape, love of the countryside, and the many shades of love found in nature.
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Mouse Trail
Mouse Trail
9.30am-4.30pm
St Mary Magdalene
Follow this FREE trail around the church and discover the mice that have made their home in St Mary’s!
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Repair Cafe
We welcome you to bring a portable item that is broken or in disrepair to us on the last Friday of every month, where our team of fantastic volunteers will help you to mend your household item if we can.
Items must be clean, or our volunteers reserve the right to refuse to look at them.
Come to our reception desk and you will be given a form to fill in so you can tell us about your items and what sort of repair is needed. Our receptionists will allocate your repair to a category e.g. electrical, general, textile or mechanical, and you will be called when it’s your turn. Meanwhile you can relax with tea/coffee and biscuits.
If you have more than one item to be repaired, you will need to fill in a separate form for the second one when your first repair has been carried out.
You can fill in the registration form in advance online here.
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Music for Market
Alfred Kendon Furtado
Local, young pianist, Alfred Kendon Furtado, takes you on a musical adventure through time, from Bach to the jazz giant, Bill Evans, in a programme which explores the evolution of emotion in music.
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
The Big Church Draw
Join local artist Kerry Dilks, for this family friendly drawing workshop. Kerry is a fantastic children’s book illustrator and author and will guide us through drawing your own animal character using inspiration from the many animals found around the church.
Suitable for all the family, come along and create your own character!
Music for Market
Julian Hellaby
International pianist Julian Hellaby plays an attractive programme covering a variety of styles and musical eras. Both the highways and attractive bi-ways of the piano repertoire will be featured, including music by Bach, Chaminade and beyond. Julian's informative introductions to the music will add to the appeal of the occasion.
Music for Market
Rarescale Kingma Ensemble (Carla Rees, Sophie Hooper & Gavin Stewart, flutes)
Meet some of the different sized instruments of the flute family with rarescale Kingma Ensemble! Directed by internationally renowned low flute specialist Carla Rees, this trio will introduce you to piccolo, flute, alto and bass flutes and an enjoyable mix of repertoire from the baroque to the present day.
Music for Market
Stephen Cooper (baritone), Paul Hale (piano)
Song Recital
Local duo Stephen Cooper (baritone) and Paul Hale (piano) perform a pleasing concoction of French, German and English songs by Britten, Schubert and Nottinghamshire-born Eric Coates, a mixture of lieder, folk songs and Shakespeare settings, with good humour to the fore.
Repair Cafe
We welcome you to bring a portable item that is broken or in disrepair to us on the last Friday of every month, where our team of fantastic volunteers will help you to mend your household item if we can.
Items must be clean, or our volunteers reserve the right to refuse to look at them.
Come to our reception desk and you will be given a form to fill in so you can tell us about your items and what sort of repair is needed. Our receptionists will allocate your repair to a category e.g. electrical, general, textile or mechanical, and you will be called when it’s your turn. Meanwhile you can relax with tea/coffee and biscuits.
If you have more than one item to be repaired, you will need to fill in a separate form for the second one when your first repair has been carried out.
You can fill in the registration form in advance online here.
Music for Market
Clarice Rarity and John Francis Wright
This duo have performed together for the past three years and now launch Duo Sìor with this inaugural concert. Bringing together backgrounds in contemporary music, performance and instrument making, the duo explores connections between musical traditions while championing much-loved but less frequently performed chamber repertoire alongside new perspectives on familiar works.
Music for Market
Mariko Terashi (Piano)
Leicester-based Japanese pianist Mariko Terashi will be playing Baroque pieces from Scarlatti, Rameau, Couperin and more, as well as favourites from Chopin and Enescu. Mariko pursued her musical training in Paris, and upon moving to England in 1995, she regularly appears on the concert platform as a soloist and chamber musician. Her latest CD, ‘Carlos de Seixas, François Couperin, Jean-Philippe Rameau’, has been met with enthusiasm, receiving great reviews internationally.
The People of St Mary's Children’s Trail (Heritage Open Days)
Collect your free trail sheet and explore the building to learn about the characters who have contributed to the history of both Newark and St Mary Magdalene from across the centuries, going all the way back to Anglo-Saxon times.
In this specially-commissioned kids' history trail, illustrated by East Midlands artist Kerry Dilks, you'll learn more about Lady Godiva, St Hugh and his Swan, Newark wool merchant Alan Fleming, church benefactor Dame Frances Leeke, and stained glass expert Joan Howson among many others.
Find each character and answer their question to complete the trail!
Handmade Book Workshop (Heritage Open Days)
Join artist Rachel Scanlon at St Mary Magdalene for a relaxed session creating your own book using simple book making techniques.
Create your own book alongside artist Rachel Scanlon.
Select a theme you love and use a mix of art supplies to bring your vision to life on the page. Experiment with techniques like printing, painting, stamping, collage, and dyeing to create a truly eye-catching piece.
BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985906990267?aff=oddtdtcreator
The People of St Mary's (Heritage Open Days)
Explore St Mary's by following in the footsteps of extraordinary individuals connected to the history of our church across nine centuries.
Specially commissioned for Heritage Open Days 2026, this free guided tour of St Mary's Newark takes you through the lives of some of the most important and intriguing individuals associated with the life of our church and town across nine centuries. Hear unique tales ranging from the medieval period to the present day!
Tours are free and last approximately 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. We recommend wearing flat, sensible shoes and wrapping up warmly.
Handmade Book Workshop (Heritage Open Days)
Join artist Rachel Scanlon at St Mary Magdalene for a relaxed session creating your own book using simple book making techniques.
Create your own book alongside artist Rachel Scanlon.
Select a theme you love and use a mix of art supplies to bring your vision to life on the page. Experiment with techniques like printing, painting, stamping, collage, and dyeing to create a truly eye-catching piece.
BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985908255050?aff=oddtdtcreator
The People of St Mary's (Heritage Open Days)
Explore St Mary's by following in the footsteps of extraordinary individuals connected to the history of our church across nine centuries.
Specially commissioned for Heritage Open Days 2026, this free guided tour of St Mary's Newark takes you through the lives of some of the most important and intriguing individuals associated with the life of our church and town across nine centuries. Hear unique tales ranging from the medieval period to the present day!
Tours are free and last approximately 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. We recommend wearing flat, sensible shoes and wrapping up warmly.
The People of St Mary's (Heritage Open Days)
Explore St Mary's by following in the footsteps of extraordinary individuals connected to the history of our church across nine centuries.
Specially commissioned for Heritage Open Days 2026, this free guided tour of St Mary's Newark takes you through the lives of some of the most important and intriguing individuals associated with the life of our church and town across nine centuries. Hear unique tales ranging from the medieval period to the present day!
Tours are free and last approximately 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. We recommend wearing flat, sensible shoes and wrapping up warmly.
Repair Cafe
We welcome you to bring a portable item that is broken or in disrepair to us on the last Friday of every month, where our team of fantastic volunteers will help you to mend your household item if we can.
Items must be clean, or our volunteers reserve the right to refuse to look at them.
Come to our reception desk and you will be given a form to fill in so you can tell us about your items and what sort of repair is needed. Our receptionists will allocate your repair to a category e.g. electrical, general, textile or mechanical, and you will be called when it’s your turn. Meanwhile you can relax with tea/coffee and biscuits.
If you have more than one item to be repaired, you will need to fill in a separate form for the second one when your first repair has been carried out.
You can fill in the registration form in advance online here.
Repair Cafe
We welcome you to bring a portable item that is broken or in disrepair to us on the last Friday of every month, where our team of fantastic volunteers will help you to mend your household item if we can.
Items must be clean, or our volunteers reserve the right to refuse to look at them.
Come to our reception desk and you will be given a form to fill in so you can tell us about your items and what sort of repair is needed. Our receptionists will allocate your repair to a category e.g. electrical, general, textile or mechanical, and you will be called when it’s your turn. Meanwhile you can relax with tea/coffee and biscuits.
If you have more than one item to be repaired, you will need to fill in a separate form for the second one when your first repair has been carried out.
You can fill in the registration form in advance online here.
Repair Cafe
We welcome you to bring a portable item that is broken or in disrepair to us on the last Friday of every month, where our team of fantastic volunteers will help you to mend your household item if we can.
Items must be clean, or our volunteers reserve the right to refuse to look at them.
Come to our reception desk and you will be given a form to fill in so you can tell us about your items and what sort of repair is needed. Our receptionists will allocate your repair to a category e.g. electrical, general, textile or mechanical, and you will be called when it’s your turn. Meanwhile you can relax with tea/coffee and biscuits.
If you have more than one item to be repaired, you will need to fill in a separate form for the second one when your first repair has been carried out.
You can fill in the registration form in advance online here.
The Christmas Orchestra
BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://thechristmasorchestra.co.uk/location/newark-st-mary-magdalene/
The Christmas Orchestra returns for 2026, after a fantastic run of sold-out shows in 2024 and 2025! We're thrilled to be bringing our unique concert experience to more locations than ever before. Prepare to immerse yourself in the magic of the festive season and create lasting memories together!
On 17th December our tour makes a special stop at St Mary Magdalene, Newark bringing the Christmas spirit right to your doorstep.
Take a look at some of the highlights from our shows on our YouTube channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/@TheChristmasOrchestraTour
The Show
The concert is performed live by a 16 piece chamber orchestra, supported with full sound production and lighting show. Experience uplifting nostalgia with compositions from your favourite Christmas films, as well as traditional classics to spark your festive spirit, featuring:
HOME ALONE
ELF
THE HOLIDAY
LOVE ACTUALLY
MUPPETS CHRISTMAS CAROL
THE NUTCRACKER
HARRY POTTER
DIE HARD 2
WHITE CHRISTMAS
The Christmas Orchestra promises a magical and energising festive journey, capturing the essence of Christmas, perfect for igniting your holiday spirit.
St Mary Magdalene Church
17th December 2026
Early Concert
Doors open: 17:15
Show starts: 18:00
Show ends: 19:15
Late Concert
Doors open: 19:45
Show starts: 20:30
Show ends: 21:45
What people say about the show
“It was magical. We loved every moment”
“This was just what I needed to get me in the Christmas spirit”
“This will definitely be our Christmas routine every year now”
“I was in awe of the talent. What amazing and talented musicians”
Terms & Conditions;
https://www.thechristmasorchestra.co.uk/terms-conditions
Disclaimer: The Christmas Orchestra and its events are not affiliated with the films and composers listed. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All ticket sales are final, we do not offer refunds.
Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight
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🗓️ Friday 26th June
📍 St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Church Walk, Newark NG24 1JS
⏰ 2 Sittings | 1st Sitting: 7-8pm | 2nd Sitting: 9-10pm
🕰 Entry: 1st Sitting: Doors open at 6.15pm | 2nd Sitting: Doors open at 8:30pm
🎼 Musical Theme: A Classical Fleetwood Mac Tribute
🪑 Seating Is First Come First Serve To Your Allocated Tiered Zones (In Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze)
❓ Please Read Our FAQ’s
👥 8+ This event is for eight year olds & above
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♿ Accessibility: This venue is wheelchair accessible however every venue differs & we can’t guarantee front row.
Type Of Performance
The performance at this event will be a String Trio 🎻
List Of Songs:
Go Your Own Way
Second Hand News
Dreams
Don’t Stop
The Chain
You Make Loving Fun
I Don’t Want To Know
Gold Dust Woman
Landslide
Gypsy
Little Lies
Everywhere
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👉 Book your tickets here: https://www.lumos-experiences.com/event/a-fleetwood-mac-candlelight-experience-in-newark-on-trent-friday-26th-june/
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Repair Cafe
We welcome you to bring a portable item that is broken or in disrepair to us on the last Friday of every month, where our team of fantastic volunteers will help you to mend your household item if we can.
Items must be clean, or our volunteers reserve the right to refuse to look at them.
Come to our reception desk and you will be given a form to fill in so you can tell us about your items and what sort of repair is needed. Our receptionists will allocate your repair to a category e.g. electrical, general, textile or mechanical, and you will be called when it’s your turn. Meanwhile you can relax with tea/coffee and biscuits.
If you have more than one item to be repaired, you will need to fill in a separate form for the second one when your first repair has been carried out.
You can fill in the registration form in advance online here.
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Awaken Worship Night
Simply an hour of stripped back contemporary worship and waiting on the Holy Spirit.
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word @ St Leonard’s
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ St Mary Magdalene)
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
The Colossal Baroque: Early Music Workshop
We will be exploring poly-choral works (with instruments) by Schütz, Biber and Benevoli, concluding with the famous
In Ecclesiis by Giovanni Gabrieli. These works require ‘huge forces’ and will sound wonderful in St Mary Magdalene Church.
The workshop is for voices and instruments at A=440
Continuo: Organ, Harpsichord, Theorbo/lute/chitarrone
Winds: Cornetti, Sackbuts, Curtals, Recorders/flutes, and appropriate period instruments.
Strings: Violins, Violas, Violone, Viols. Also trumpets and timpani for Biber
Midlands Early Music Forum
For more information and booking visit: https://memf.org.uk/event/the-colossal-baroque-with-dr-stephen-bullamore-on-sat-20th-june-2026/
£25 - [£20 for members of UK Early Music Forums] Students FREE Please book by 5 June.
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
FUEL (East)
Fuel (East) is a monthly gathering for youth from all over East Nottinghamshire, to come together to have fun, encounter God, hear from the Word and pray for each other. Our hope is for young people to come, see and know the love that God has for them and that hearts will be set on fire to see revival in the places that we live!!
Book here: stmarymagdalenewithstleonard.churchsuite…
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
The Demise of Richard Thomas Parker
THE DEMISE OF RICHARD THOMAS PARKER – The last man to be publicly hanged in Nottingham on 10 August 1864.
Catherine Pincott-Allen (a.k.a. Emmaline Severn), a family descendant of the perpetrator, will bring a dark story from 1864 to you.
AN OFFENCE SO RANK IT SMELLS TO HEAVEN, A MOTHER’S MURDER!
Newark was where Parker had a butcher’s shop on Stodman Street; he married at St Mary Magdalene Church, and he was a frequent visitor to the many public houses in town!
Catherine will walk you through the events that led up to this felonious crime, take you to the murder scene, introduce you to the postmortem and lead you into the courtroom where you will decide his fate.
WHAT WILL YOU DECIDE?
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Great Big Church Lunch
We are delighted to invite you to a parish social "bring & share" lunch, to take place in St Mary's on Sunday 14th June from 12.30-2.30pm.
All are invited, whether you're a long-standing member of church or a newcomer or even just visiting today, you can be assured of a really warm welcome. Kids are invited too - there will be activities for all.
This is a bring & share lunch so it would be really helpful to get an idea of who is coming and what you intend to bring. Please complete this form to indicate your attendance and offering. Thank you.
Please let us know you're coming here: https://stmarymagdalenewithstleonard.churchsuite.com/-/forms/bqhignrw
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word @ St Leonard’s
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ St Mary Magdalene)
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Summer Bouquet Workshop
Join us for a relaxed and creative Summer Bouquet Workshop
Celebrate the beauty of the season by working with locally grown summer blooms and fresh foliage, carefully selected for their colour, texture, and natural charm. You’ll be guided step-by-step to create your own hand-tied bouquet — perfect to take home and enjoy or gift to someone special.
Whether you're a complete beginner or simply looking for a mindful, creative experience, this workshop is all about slowing down, connecting with nature, and enjoying the art of floristry.
All materials are provided — just bring yourself.
£25
BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-bouquet-workshop-tickets-1988824633015?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word @ St Leonard’s
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ St Mary Magdalene)
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator
Highlights of St Mary’s Tour
Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.
Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.
The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator