What’s On
For information on our regular services, please visit: Our Services
Sunday Services
8.00 am Holy Communion, St Mary’s
9.00 am Choral Eucharist, Hope Community Methodist Church
11.00 am Contemporary Worship, The Mount School
11.00 am Holy Communion, St Leonard’s
5.00 pm Choral Evensong, Hope Community Methodist Church
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ Mount C of E Primary School)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word (St Leonard’s)
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
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…
A Victorian Christmas
We hope you can join us for Victorian crafts and seasonal refreshments!
Sunday Services
Sunday 21st December - We are back in St Mary’s !!!
9.00 am Choral Eucharist, St Mary’s
11.00 am Christmas Contemporary Celebration at St Mary’s
11.00 am Service of the Word, St Leonard’s
5.00 pm Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols at St Mary’s
Christmas Activity Day/Fair at St Leonard’s
Monday 22nd December
1.00 - 3.00 pm Christmas Activity Day/Fair at St Leonard’s
Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve
3.00 pm & 4.30 pm Christingle Services at St Mary’s
5.00 pm Carol Service around the Tree at St Leonard’s
Christmas Day
Christmas Day
8.00 am Christmas Communion at St Mary’s
10.00 am Christmas Communion at St Leonard’s
10.00 am Christmas Contemporary Celebration at St Mary’s
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…
Music for Market
Oasby Music Group Strings
Join us for a concert of solo performances and chamber music from Oasby Music Group’s senior string players featuring works from Bach, Beethoven, Bruch and Taneyev. An inspiring performance showcasing outstanding talent, this concert will be a celebration of classical music for all ages.
Music for Market
Amelie Sainsbury accompanied by Michael Bostock
C.P.E. Bach’s D Minor Flute Concerto, Lili Boulanger and more
Amelie is currently an undergraduate flautist studying at the Royal Northern College of Music. She will be playing a programme of music ranging from the Baroque period to the 20th Century, featuring works by Lili Boulanger and C.P.E. Bach’s D minor Concerto.
Local building materials and crafts of Nottinghamshire
The historic buildings of Nottinghamshire are packed full of clues as the the building materials and craftsmen who built them. Join Jason Mordan as he uncovers the hidden history of Nottinghamshire's buildings.
An illustrated talk with examples of traditional lime, gypsum and daub materials used in the historic buildings of Nottinghamshire. We will look at the variety of stone found in the area, types of brick and their production, the use of alabaster and gypsum and varieties of earth and timber technologies found in the oldest buildings in the area.
Music for Market
Jill Crossland
International pianist Jill Crossland returns to Newark with a classical programme including Bach, Haydn and Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata. Jill’s recording of the Bach well-tempered Clavier was praised by the Penguin Guide as ‘a remarkable achievement ranking with the finest’ and her latest album, of Chopin, has had half a million streams.
Music for Market
Love, Actually – Ffion Frazher
Join soprano Ffion Frazher for a whirlwind tour of love’s highs and lows, from youthful sparkle to world-weary wit. Featuring music by Bernstein, Britten, Rossini and more, it’s a lively mix of laughter, heartbreak and glitter.
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…
Music for Market
Rachel Spence
A varied recital of solo viola music, performed by Scottish violist Rachel Spence. Former Fellow at the Royal Academy of Music and current student of the Newark School of Violin Making, Rachel's multi-faceted interest in the instrument inspires a programme bringing light to the middle voice of the violin family.
Music for Market
Emily Hodkinson - Mezzo-Soprano and Angela Foan - Piano
The Ways of Love
Nottingham-born mezzo-soprano, Emily Hodkinson, performs Guy Turner’s song cycle The Ways of Love, and a selection of English song, including works by Butterworth, Julius Harrison, Muriel Herbert and Ivor Novello. This programme provides the opportunity to hear some classics, and rarely performed treasures, of the English-song repertoire.
Music for Market
Magnus Academy
An eclectic programme of genres, thoughtfully curated to showcase a vibrant blend of vocal and instrumental music. From captivating solo performances to dynamic ensemble pieces, each selection celebrates the rich talents of our students — shared in the heart of our community at the Parish Church.
Come and experience music brought to life with passion, precision, and soul.
Let the music speak. Let it inspire. Let it connect.
Music for Market
Just Sing
JustSing is a brilliant choir based on London Road, Newark. In the heart of the community, it promotes good singing, comradeship and a sense of enjoyment, through learning all different styles of music. From Mozart to more modern songs, there is always a wonderful piece you are sure to know in every JustSing concert.
Music for Market
John Mark Rose
John Mark plans to perform a varied programme including late piano works by two great composers: Brahms' expressive 3 Intermezzi, Op. 117 and Haydn's virtuosic final Piano Sonata in E Flat Major.
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…
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…
Choir Concert: Flower Festival 2026
Local choirs and musicians will present songs from musicals and movies, in this fantastic concert that will launch our annual Flower Festival!
For more information, visit: www.stmnewark.org/flower-festival-2026
To book your tickets, visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/choir-concert-tickets-1904563273019?aff=oddtdtcreator
Flower Festival 2026
The Theme of the Concert and Festival is “If Music Be The Food of Love, Play On!”. The concert will feature a number of local choirs and soloists singing songs from Musicals and Movies - and these songs will be reflected in the flower arrangements around the church, eg “Bring Him Home, Some Enchanted Evening, Under The Sea”.
For more information, visit: www.stmnewark.org/flower-festival-2026
Gardens of Delight
An illustrated introduction to the wide variety of historic designed landscapes, parks and gardens in Nottinghamshire. We will look at the big picture, discuss how they are identified and protected and delve into the archives to investigate the ‘garden mania’ of the great estates of the county.
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…
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…
Festive Clay Workshop
Escape the Christmas hustle and bustle, and come along to a relaxing clay workshop.
Artist, Clare Taylor, will guide you through the pleasing process of creating your very own ceramic decorations to treasure.
Price includes:
Refreshments upon arrival.
One bisque firing which transforms the clay into ceramics and delivery back to St Mary Magdalene church for you to collect.
A total of 8 decorations will be created (4x large and 4x small).
Awaken Worship Night
Simply an hour of stripped back contemporary worship and waiting on the Holy Spirit.
Old Walls, New Challenges: Climate Change and Historic Buildings
Hope Community Methodist Church, Barnby Gate, NG24 1PX
Wednesday 26th November 2025
19:00-20:30
Charlie Slade has worked to conserve the fabric of historic buildings in
the UK for the last 30 years, and will give an introduction to the
effect of the UK weather and climate on buildings, and whether this has
changed in more recent years, what steps are being taken to remedy this,
and what can be done in the future to safeguard our historic buildings.
Using photographs of work carried out across the Midlands on timber
framed, stone and brick properties to illustrate his talk, and with
examples of where to look for guidance from national organisations such
as Historic England for further information.
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ Mount C of E Primary School)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word (St Leonard’s)
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
Medieval Stained Glass Workshop
Join this fun, family-friendly workshop to make your own art piece to take away with you- all inspired by the beautiful Medieval stained glass of St Mary Magdalene.
Learn about how Medieval stained glass was made, what designs and colours were favoured, and where it was commonly used hundreds of years ago, before creating your own piece of art to take home.
This workshop does not use real glass.
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…
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ Mount C of E Primary School)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word (St Leonard’s)
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ Mount C of E Primary School)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word (St Leonard’s)
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
Chorister Concert
Our choristers, with assistance from our Magnus Scholars, offer a free concert, showcasing a variety of their musical talents.
Proceeds will go towards their Choir Tour to Belgium in 2026.
Nottinghamshire Stories of Faith and Courage
A special talk from well-known historian Adrian Gray to mark the publication of ‘Restless Souls, Global Footprints’
Adrian Gray will give an illustrated talk covering some key topics including great Church leaders from Notts, the anti-slavery and missionary movements, Christians and social reform…and more.
Copies of ‘Restless Souls, Global Footprints’ will be available at a special discount price.
You can also purchase the previous book, ‘Restless Souls, Pilgrim Roots’, if you have missed it!
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ Mount C of E Primary School)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word (St Leonard’s)
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
Little Cannonballs Holiday Club
Sign up to join us for our October half-term holiday club. Each week we will have a different theme, using arts, crafts and history to create fun and educational activities.
The sessions will run from 10:30-12:30 twice per week during school holidays, and will include a meal for every child and adult attending.
Week 1
Monday 20th October
Wednesday 22nd October
Week 2
Monday 27th October
Wednesday 29th October
SIGN UP HERE: https://stmarymagdalenewithstleonard.churchsuite.com/events/e3shrycc
Little Cannonballs Holiday Club
Sign up to join us for our October half-term holiday club. Each week we will have a different theme, using arts, crafts and history to create fun and educational activities.
The sessions will run from 10:30-12:30 twice per week during school holidays, and will include a meal for every child and adult attending.
Week 1
Monday 20th October
Wednesday 22nd October
Week 2
Monday 27th October
Wednesday 29th October
SIGN UP HERE: https://stmarymagdalenewithstleonard.churchsuite.com/events/e3shrycc
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ Mount C of E Primary School)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word (St Leonard’s)
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
Volunteer Open Morning
As we move ever closer to the reopening of St Mary's, we're looking to recruit a team of Church Stewards and Tour Guides to help us with our reawakening!
Whether you've previously volunteered with us or are brand new to the idea, you are very welcome to attend one of our open mornings to learn more, familiarise yourself with the new spaces, and meet the team. Even if you've been a steward or guide for many years, you are most welcome to come along to hear about our plans and what's been going on behind the scenes while church has been closed.
There's no commitment at this stage, so if you're curious about getting involved, we'd love to see you there!
The session on Saturday, 25th October will take place10.30 am - 12.30 pm at St Mary Magdalene, Newark (use vestry office entrance).
The morning will include a welcome and introduction from our Heritage Manager and Volunteer Coordinator, information about the new heritage displays and history tours, and a short workshop focussed on visitor experience. We'll then have some refreshments (hot drinks and biscuits) with a chance to chat, get to know each other and ask questions.
To allow us to accurately gauge numbers and refreshments, it would be much appreciated if you could fill out this booking form to let us know that you are coming. Both sessions are the same, so you only need to book onto one of them!
If you have any questions in the meantime, please contact chrissie.vanmierlo@stmnewark.org.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Hard Hat Tour
St Mary Magdalene is a Grade One listed church dating back to the 12th century. It is a nationally significant building which is currently on Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register. Grants of £3,064,126 from National Lottery players through The National Lottery Heritage Fund, support from Historic England, the Church of England, and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund will enable vital repairs to be made to the Church, removing it from the Heritage at Risk Register, breathing new life into the visitor experience, and saving the building for future generations.
Join us for a tour of the building, and see St Mary's up close, as you have never seen it before. Enjoy a fascinating tour, and follow along with the progress on this amazing project.
Booking is essential, and spaces on these tours are limited. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1083006103409?aff=oddtdtcreator
Please note, a level of personal fitness is essential for this tour, as it will involve climbing scaffolding. This tour is not suitable for those with mobility impairments or those who suffer vertigo or a fear of heights. If you are unsure, please get in contact with us at heritage@stmnewark.org
Autumn Floristry Workshop
Make a sustainable Autumn bowl arrangement with Chosen View Floristry.
Little Cannonballs Holiday Club
Sign up to join us for our October half-term holiday club. Each week we will have a different theme, using arts, crafts and history to create fun and educational activities.
The sessions will run from 10:30-12:30 twice per week during school holidays, and will include a meal for every child and adult attending.
Week 1
Monday 20th October
Wednesday 22nd October
Week 2
Monday 27th October
Wednesday 29th October
SIGN UP HERE: https://stmarymagdalenewithstleonard.churchsuite.com/events/e3shrycc
Little Cannonballs Holiday Club
Sign up to join us for our October half-term holiday club. Each week we will have a different theme, using arts, crafts and history to create fun and educational activities.
The sessions will run from 10:30-12:30 twice per week during school holidays, and will include a meal for every child and adult attending.
Week 1
Monday 20th October
Wednesday 22nd October
Week 2
Monday 27th October
Wednesday 29th October
SIGN UP HERE: https://stmarymagdalenewithstleonard.churchsuite.com/events/e3shrycc
Sunday Services
8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ Mount C of E Primary School)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word (St Leonard’s)
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ Hope Community Methodist Church)
Volunteer Open Morning
As we move ever closer to the reopening of St Mary's, we're looking to recruit a team of Church Stewards and Tour Guides to help us with our reawakening!
Whether you've previously volunteered with us or are brand new to the idea, you are very welcome to attend one of our open mornings to learn more, familiarise yourself with the new spaces, and meet the team. Even if you've been a steward or guide for many years, you are most welcome to come along to hear about our plans and what's been going on behind the scenes while church has been closed.
There's no commitment at this stage, so if you're curious about getting involved, we'd love to see you there!
The session on Wednesday, 15th October will take place10.30 am - 12.30 pm at St Mary Magdalene, Newark (use vestry office entrance).
The morning will include a welcome and introduction from our Heritage Manager and Volunteer Coordinator, information about the new heritage displays and history tours, and a short workshop focussed on visitor experience. We'll then have some refreshments (hot drinks and biscuits) with a chance to chat, get to know each other and ask questions.
To allow us to accurately gauge numbers and refreshments, it would be much appreciated if you could fill out this booking form to let us know that you are coming. Both sessions are the same, so you only need to book onto one of them!
If you have any questions in the meantime, please contact chrissie.vanmierlo@stmnewark.org.
We look forward to seeing you there!