St Michael’s Church in Twerton is one of the oldest churches in Bath and probably the oldest building in Twerton, but its community of people is definitely not a relic of the past. It is part of a family of churches called ‘Marlbrook’. As a growing inter-generational, socially diverse community of people, they are passionate and creative, focused on serving everyone in Twerton. With a big heart for creating spaces of refuge and belonging, the vision is to see lives transformed and empowered to find security and significance. Projects include Lighthouse Cafe at Rose Cottage, Lighthouse Community Centre, and Lighthouse Chaplaincy in the local School.
Southdown Whiteway Church & Community Partnership (SWCCP)
Contact details:
Partnership Coordinator – Deacon Elizabeth Harfleet
email: deaconeharfleet@gmail.com
Tel 01225 462426
Monday 1.30pm – 3.30pm Roundhill Community Pantry (at the Roundhill Hub on Mount Road)
Wednesday 9.30am – 11am Southdown Little Stars under 5’s Toddler Group (term-time)
The Toddler Group is led by Partnership Layworker Hanna Bevan and provides a structured session, with free play, craft activities, singing and snack time. During the summer months there is provision for outdoor play in a secure garden with sandpit and a children’s playhouse.
Any parents, grandparents or carers are welcome to come along with children from babies until they start school.
A voluntary donation of £1.50 per session towards expenses is welcomed.
Wednesday 1pm -1.30pm – Celtic Daily Prayer – a space for stillness and prayer using music, silence and the ‘Northumbrian Community’ morning prayer liturgy
Wednesday 3.30pm – 5pm – Warm Spaces – games, crafts and a family-friendly meal (runs upto February half-term)
Thursday 10.30am – 1pm Community coffee/Lunch – a 2 Course meal served at 12 noon, ‘Goldies Sing and Smile’ sessions are offered on 3rd Thursday of the month and seasonal Worship services (Easter, Harvest, Christmas)
The coffee and lunch is for anyone in the community, especially those who live alone or have difficulty in getting out. People of any age are welcome. Transport is available free of charge on request.
£5.00
3rd Saturday of each month 9.30am – 11am Space Hoppers Dad’s Group – for male carers and children 0-7 years
This group offers a chance for dads and male carers to spend quality time with their young children aged 0-7 years. A range of play equipment is provided – footballs and goal nets, Lego, role play construction, hi vis, hard hats, toddler play gym and much more – plus bacon sandwiches for the grown ups and toast and jam for children all for £2 per family.
3rd Sunday of the month (February – November) – Muddy Church 3pm – 4pm – for families – meets at Bath City Farm
Southdown Community Shop: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10am – 4pm and 10am – 12 noon Tuesday, Thursday and 1st Saturday of the month when the Repair Cafe is at the Centre
Sunday 10.30am – 11.30am – Bath Methodist Church – worship alternates on 4th/5th Sundays between Southdown Methodist Church Centre and Walcot Chapel (see website)
Facebook pages:
https://www.facebook.com/southdownmethodistchurchcentre
https://www.facebook.com/Southdownlittlestars/
https://www.facebook.com/SouthdownMuddyChurch
https://www.facebook.com/groups/834561703909655/ (Southdown Community Shop)
https://www.facebook.com/bathmethodistchurch/
St Barnabas, Mount View, Southdown, BA2 1JX is the Church of England parish church for Southdown, Whiteway and Kingsway.
All are welcome to St Barnabas. They will soon have a new vicar, in the meantime services are led by trainee vicars, retired vicars and church members.
We love Wednesdays – Barney’s Café is an all generations drop-in session open 8.45-12 most Wednesdays (10-12 in school holidays). There are toys, crafts, chatting and refreshments.
They join with Bath Methodist Church to lead activities e.g. monthly Muddy Church at Bath City Farm.
