St Mary the Virgin North Shoebury

05/06/2026

We highly recommend this music event tomorrow at our Sister Church Holy Trinity Southchurch.. some of us will be going along - why not join us?

Chorus Sirenum is back tomorrow (Saturday 6th June 10am) with "Spellbound in Spring" - a thirty minute sequence of words and sacred music. Come along and be refreshed by their beautiful voices followed by homemade cake and fresh coffee. Free entry but donations are very welcome to allow us to continue providing these events.

03/06/2026

The fundraising campaign for our iconic Copper Beech Tree was even featured in the Echo .. any donation of any size really helps

A fundraising campaign has been launched in a bid to save a "landmark" 250-year-old tree to stop it being a risk to church users

02/06/2026

We are fundraising for the tree surgery needed to keep our 250 year old Copper Beech tree in a good and safe condition for the community that enjoys the peaceful tranquility of the churchyard of which this splendid tree is an iconic part. If you can help us by donating a little we would be very grateful.

The Parochial Church Council at St Mary's, North Shoebury is raising money to… Craig Hunter needs your support for 250 year old Copper Beech Tree at St Mary’s

29/05/2026

There’s no service at St Mary’s this Sunday as we are all invited to Holy Trinity for Trinity Sunday at 9:30am

28/05/2026

It's Holy Trinity Southchurch turn for an event this weekend. Café, craft and toys on Saturday morning 10am-12pm. Why not pop along.

Rainbow Refresh is back this Saturday from 10am-12pm - pop-up Café, craft for all ages and toys for younger children. Al fresco seating available too! Free event - donations welcome.

26/05/2026

Thanks to all who came to Ecofest today! If you took photos that you have permission from everyone in them to share please share them with us in the comments - we were a bit busy hosting and didn’t have chance to get many. Hope you all have chance to chill this afternoon.

25/05/2026

If you are coming to ecofest tomorrow don’t forget sunscreen, hats and your mozzy repellent as the trees are lovely and shady but the insects like to hang out there too!

25/05/2026

Ecofest is back tomorrow - Tues 26th May 10-1pm. Some old favourites including the paddling pool and some new activities too. We have a tombola and a raffle with amazing prizes. The hall and church keep nice and cool and we have shade too. Drinks and cake available and there’s a picnic area!

23/05/2026

Just 3 days to go until this Tuesday half term event surrounded by the wooded eco area.. just what is needed when it’s this hot. Our paddling pool will be out for a spot of play fishing too

Want something fun to do in half term that does not break the bank? Eco-fest is back! 3 hours of eco themed crafts, games and activities including Playstation Virtual Reality. Drinks, biscuits and children's cakes included. Suggestion donation £3 per family.
Additional speciality home made cake available to purchase.
All donations and purchases help us to continue providing low cost events for families during the cost of living crisis. Everyone welcome. Free onsite parking. No need to book.

23/05/2026

One day to go and the weather is looking perfect for drinks and nibbles after a good old sing …

Hymns and Pimms is back this Pentecost (24th May 6:30pm). Glass of pimms on arrival, 40 minutes of favourite hymns interspersed with a reading or two followed by more Pimms and nibbles in the hall. A lovely way to spend a beautiful spring evening. Why not come along and invite others. Comment below with your favourite hymns and we will try to include them. Soft drinks and alternative to pimms available.