We are holding an Open Day on 28 August from 2-5pm to showcase the ancient and mysterious church of Waterden. There will be talks, a tour of the church and churchyard and free sandwiches, cake, nibbles, soft drinks and wine. Entry is free and open to everyone. The programme: 2.30 pm: Talk by Philip Venning, former chief executive of the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings, on “William Morris and the fight to save ancient churches”. 3.30 pm: Break for food and drink 4pm: The chair

We are rooted in the local community but have members all over the country and abroad. New members are most welcome. Members participate in events, receive an e-news newsletter several times a year, support the committee with advice and expertise, and attend Annual General Meetings where they elect the committee. We hold several events a year, such as concerts and talks to inform and raise money and a free open day at Waterden at which everyone is welcome. The Friends are

The Friends of All Saints’ Waterden was set up in 2017.  We help the Creakes Benefice to maintain the church and churchyard for future generations. We have three main aims: 1) To preserve the unique character of All Saint’s Waterden, in particular its tranquillity and spirituality, as a place of Christian worship. 2) To put the maintenance of the church and churchyard on a sustainable footing and ensure that they are cared for so that worshippers and visitors can enjoy them for another