Colwell Baptist Church

24/07/2026

This weeks ‘Kingdom Character’ is David the Shepherd! Our early (9:30am) and later (11:15am) services will be led by David Wilshaw with Ade Adeniyi bringing the word. There’ll even be a dramatised Bible reading! 😎

03/07/2026

This weeks Sunday services are at 9:30am and 11:15am with coffee between the services from 10:30am. Please do come and join us as we start an exciting new sermon series on 'Kingdom Characters'!

24/06/2026

02/06/2026

A New Space for Calm and Connection Opens at Colwell Baptist Church

A new community initiative, The Quiet Corner, has launched at Colwell Baptist Church, offering a peaceful and welcoming space for unpaid carers, those who have been bereaved, and anyone experiencing isolation.

The Quiet Corner is open and available at all times for those who would like a place for quiet reflection or rest. In addition, volunteers are on hand every Friday from 10:30am to 12:00pm, offering a warm welcome, hot drinks, and the opportunity for gentle conversation and connection.

The space provides a flexible environment where visitors can take time for themselves in a way that suits their needs. Whether it’s sitting quietly in reflection, enjoying a hot drink and conversation, getting involved in creative activities, or spending time tending and growing in the gardens, The Quiet Corner is designed to support wellbeing and community.

The project is volunteer-led and shaped by the people who use it, with opportunities for individuals to not only access support but also to contribute ideas or even develop their own activities and groups over time.

Janet Grimwood, lead volunteer, said:

"We all sometimes need space for ourselves and don’t find the time to prioritise calm and quiet for our own wellbeing. Having had caring responsibilities in my life, I know how important a space like this can be — just to be, or to get involved in creative things with others, offering a bit of respite from the challenges of everyday life."

Joy Wiltshire, co-lead volunteer, added:

"I’m really looking forward to sharing time with others who may wish to get involved in developing the garden area — creating a space that offers peace, tranquillity and sensory experiences, somewhere people can come to escape, relax and feel at ease."

The Quiet Corner aims to be a gentle, inclusive space where people can feel supported, whether they come for companionship, creativity, or simply a moment of stillness. Adam, our Community Connector for West Wight will be on hand every fortnight to offer additional help, advice and support to anyone attending.

Local professionals and community members are encouraged to share information about the space with anyone who may benefit.

For more information, please contact: 01983753741

Accompanying image (L-R): The Quiet Corner volunteers: Janet, Joy, Rosie and Patricia

Kind regards
Adam Tucker

Community Connector and

Community Resilience Coordinator

Freshwater, Yarmouth, Totland and Shalfleet

Mobile: 07498 496 719

Direct Dial: 01983 240 722

West Wight Sports and Community Centre Reception: 01983 752 168

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22/05/2026

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25/03/2026

Join us this Easter at Colwell! 👀🎉

On Easter Sunday (5th April), we will be having one combined celebration service at 10.30am, with drinks and hot cross buns served in the hall afterwards!

Colwell Kids will be held in the Church Hall for any Pre-School and Primary-School aged children!🐣

12/03/2026

Are your children into crafts? This one’s for you! 😀

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas Everybody! 🫶🎄

It was so great to see so many people join us this morning for our Christmas Celebratory Service!

Hope you all have a lovely afternoon with family and those around you, God Bless! 🙏

20/12/2025

Tomorrow morning is our Carols & Crackers services, fun informal celebrations of all things Christmas! 🎄

Join us at 9.30 AND 11.15 for these services!

18/12/2025

🕯️TOMORROW (Fri 19th) at Colwell, we have our Carols by Candlelight services, from 4pm & 7pm!

These will be more traditional services of Christmas Carols and readings, followed by Mince Pies & Mulled Wine in the Church Hall.

Everyone is Welcome!✨