Church of the Holy Rood, Holybourne
We meet to worship in the beautiful building in Church Lane set next to the duck pond; it’s very clear why the church is popular for weddings and baptisms! The church originates from the 10th century and has been adapted over the years.
Regular Services
Second Sunday of the month
9.30am Morning Worship Service
Third Sunday of the month
9.30am Communion Service
Fourth Sunday of the month
4pm LeGo Church – All age family service
Open for public worship all week 9am – 4pm.
The church welcomes worshippers to its Sunday and week-day services, which are planned to appeal to all ages and stages of discipleship.
For special and seasonal services, please see the parish page.
Martin is married to Norma and lives in Holybourne, with two daughters and three grandchildren living nearby. After a full flying career spanning forty two years mostly serving with the RAF but also on Civilian Contract flying for the Military, Martin felt called to follow a totally different path and was ordained in 2010. Martin served his curacy in the North Hampshire Downs Benefice, followed by three years of Ministry at St John’s, Hartley Wintney, before joining the Clergy Team in the Parish of the Resurrection in 2017. Martin’s many hobbies, sports and activities have come and gone, and some linger on.
Church of the Holy Rood, Church Lane, Holybourne, Alton GU34 4HD
Church Heritage
Eight new bells were installed in 2009 and in recent years some of the pews were replaced with moveable benches which means the space can be adapted for a range of uses including concerts and our regular toddler group. None of the ‘history’ has been lost, however, and there is a short leaflet available in the church that explains some of the architecture, stained glass windows and memorial plaques that have been retained.
The churchyard is well maintained and is currently still ‘open’ for burials and interments. There are some interesting historical graves to see including some brick barrel graves and a memorial to Diana Rowden, a former agent with the Special Operations Executive during World War II.
The Church is on the Pilgrim’s Way, which leads from Winchester to Canterbury; if you have an official Pilgrim’s Way ‘passport’ you will be able to get it stamped here.
The building is usually open during daylight hours; we love to have visitors popping in (do remember to write in our visitor book!).  If you’re there on a Tuesday morning between 10am and 12noon you can enjoy coffee, cake and good company at our regular coffee morning. We end the session with a short time of prayer and visitors are always welcome to stay and join us – they often do!
Hiring Our Buildings
We welcome you to hire our buildings notwithstanding our parish activities and events. You can check availability and make a provisional booking using the link below.
