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Wilton Parish Church - stands at the heart of Wilton, the ancient capital of Wessex! In the Buildings of England this church is described as a tour de force.

It is both the spiritual home to a warm, inclusive Christian family; and an architectural gem, attracting visitors from across the world. This monumental church was completed in 1845 and replaced the medieval church of St Mary which stands in the market place, although the nave is a ruin. The architects of the church are Wyatt and Brandon, and the builders D & B Jones (Bradford on Avon, Wilts): the building was paid for by Hon Sidney Herbert (later Lord Herbert of Lea) and his mother Catherine (nee Woronstow) Dowager Countess of Pembroke and Montgomery at a cost of £20,000.00. The church is built in brick, faced with Bath stone above a Portland plinth. This style of church building, which favours the return to the use of round arches, was first encountered on the continent (Germany); it became popular in England in the 1840s. The actual period reflected in the style could be Early Christian, Byzantine, Italian Romanesque or Norman; here at Wilton the Lombardic style was chosen. It was inspired by the churches of San Pietro and Santa Maria, near Viterbo, Italy. Externally there is a separate campanile some 33 metres (108 ft.) high and the flight of six steps at the west entrance are around 30 metres wide. The interior contains glass from the 12th and 13th centuries and other important items obtained by the Herberts from the continent. Capitals to the columns in the nave were carved by William Osmond (Junior) of Salisbury. In the chancel the pavement is by Mr Singer, and the mosaics of the chancel apse are by Gertrude Martin to designs by Sir Charles Nicholson. Under the chancel there is a crypt which is used as a burial chamber for the Herbert family.

24/10/2026

Remembrance Sunday falls on 8th November this year, with our principal Service of Remembrance at 10.30am.
This is a very well-attended service. To be sure of a seat, please make your way into church by 10.20am.
Serving members of HM Armed Forces are welcome to attend in uniform.

The service will be preceded by the Parade from the Market Square – gathering at 10am. There will be a short road closure from 10.15am, as the Parade makes its way to the church.

The service includes 2 Minutes’ Silence at 11am, and concludes around 11.15. This is followed by the laying of wreaths at the War Memorial (in front of the church), by representatives of the Town and County Councils, Wilton Veterans, local business and community organisations, Emergency Services, Scouts, Guides and the Parish Church.

This year the youth organisations will then be dismissed from the front of the church (and not returning to the Market Square.)

24/10/2026

There will be a Service of Commemoration of our Loved Ones who have died on Sunday 1st November at 4.30pm.
All are welcome at this gentle service, which will include an opportunity to place a lighted candle as a visible prayer for those whom we are remembering, as well as readings, music and space for quiet reflection.
There are “name slips” at the back of the Parish Church for you to submit the names of any you would like to be included in the prayers of commemoration.
If you would like to do this, please complete a form not later than Friday 28th October, and place it in the box provided, so that the list of names can be compiled.

28/09/2026

Harvest Thanksgiving - Sunday 4th October

You are welcome, at Wilton Parish Church !

8am - Holy Communion
10.45 - Morning Prayer

We invite gifts of fresh fruit/vegetables for the Alabare Drop-in Centre; and dried food for the Trussell Trust (Salisbury Foodbank).

The Foodbank are currently short of Tinned meat/meals; Fruit juice (long life); Coffee; Biscuits; Jam; Tinned potatoes; Tinned fruit; Deodorant; Shower gel; Chocolate.
Gifts can be left during the week, in the donations box at the back of church, or brought to either or the Sunday Services.

Thank you in advance!

10/09/2026

Come and see Wilton's Italianate Church, at our
"St Edith's Party" on Monday 14th September (7.30 - 9pm)

Cheese and W**e Reception, live jazz, a (gentle!) quiz, and an opportunity to see some areas of the church not normally accessible to public view - all for £10!

To book a place email [email protected] - by Friday 11 Sept - leaving your name and contact details

04/09/2026

TONIGHT!

The Scholars' Concert 2026 - 7.30pm.
A mix of choral pieces - including Allegri - Miserere - and solo performances.
Free admission. Do come and encourage these fine young musicians!

26/08/2026

14/06/2026

On "Music Sunday" - the Parish Choir singing the final verse of Vaughan Williams' arrangement of the 'Old 100th': All People that on earth do dwell.

31/05/2026

Coming to Wilton, this Tuesday!

Address

West Street
Wilton
SP20DL

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+441722742393

Website

http://www.wiltonparish.co.uk/

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