St Peter’s is 900 years old and a bit tight for space so we can’t offer all mod cons, but we have tried to make the building accessible to all. If you become aware of something we could improve, please let us know and we will try to fix it. If you need any assistance whilst you are visiting us, please ask.

Organising an event yourself?

Read this to learn how to ensure everyone can participate

Wheelchair Access?

We have dedicated parking opposite the church door.
The surface is on a slope, so it helps if you have assistance. Please contact us if you would like us to have someone available to assist when you arrive.

Access to the inside of the church is smooth, with no steps. Again, there is a slight slope.

Access to the altar for communion is via a ramp (it’s not very steep but we do recommend you ask someone to be ready to steady the chair or assist if necessary). The candle stand is at the side of the ramp and is usually accessible to a wheelchair user. The memorial book is currently behind the candle stand; please ask if you would like us to move it so you can see it. There is space in the chancel for turning - it is tight but our regulars are used to jumping out the way so don’t worry about reversing over someone. The nave aisle is very narrow and you may find it easier to go to the back of the church to turn round on the return trip. We are quite adept at bringing communion to you – positioning their chair near the middle of the altar rail is what our regulars seem to prefer. Our Ministers will also bring communion to your seat if you prefer to stay in the main part of the church – please ask the sidesman (the person telling people when they can go up to the altar) to tell us.

The toilet (in the churchyard) is accessible to wheelchairs, (see below).

Toilets ?

There is a toilet in the churchyard. It is part of the Radar scheme for disabled access or you can ask for a key in the church. As there are so many keys KNOCK before entering and lock the door when you are inside (we can over-ride the lock if necessary). The initial part of the path through the gate is quite steep so please ask if you need any assistance. The wide door opens outwards to give you more space inside; it is not sprung. The light switch is on a low pull-cord to your right as you enter. The toilet is a good height, has grab rails, plenty of space for wheelchair turning and an alarm cord if you get into trouble (the alarm goes off outside and attracts a posse of burly ‘young’ men).

Sound Reinforcement ?

The service leaders and readers use microphones, which are connected to loudspeakers and a loop system. Unfortunately, we do not have a signer in the regular congregation. If you were able to bring your own they would be very welcome to join the Ministers at the front to enable you to participate fully in the service.

Large Print ?

All the service sheets are in large print (16pt Times New Roman like this) and Notices and Hymn books are readily available in large print also.

We also have extra large print books (24pt like this) for all the main services. Please ask at the door if you need a larger print than the normal.

Other Concerns?

Our motto is “Everyone is welcome at St Peter’s.” If it doesn’t work out like that and you need us to fix something please ask.