Events - Past & Present
A lot goes on in the Abbey beyond the usual services.
Sunday 1st November 6:30pm
In Loving Memory service (All Souls)
A quiet and reflective service where we remember those close to us who have passed away.
Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Saturday 31st October 5-6:30pm
Light-Up Halloween Trail
There will be a trail to complete, hot chocolate. Shining a bit of light on a dark Halloween night.
Friday 16th October 7:30pm
Quiz Night
Held at The Bedford Hall
Supper provided, £8 a head. Tickets to be bought in advance from thorneyabbeyevents@gmail.com
Sunday 10th May 5pm
Rogation Pilgramage
A circular walk around Thorney, pausing to sing hymns, join in prayer and hear readings in key locations for our village
Tuesday 24th Feb- 31st March
Lent Course
7.00pm to 9.00pm at St. Matthews Church, Eye. This year we will be looking at the Beatitudes (Jesus’s “blessed are…” statements from the Sermon on the Mount) using the Pilgrim Course. All are welcome.
Saturday 21st Feb - 28th March
Lent Lunches
Lent Lunches will be held in The Abbey at 12.30pm. Everybody is welcome. The Lent lunch date list up on the board. If you are able to help set up, make soup and help clear afterwards, please do sign up. Thank you.
1st Friday of March
World Day of Prayer
Unite with people worldwide in prayer and action for global peace and understanding. A daytime service is held in the Benefice.
Second Saturday and Sunday in December
Christmas Tree Festival
Come and see the Abbey full with Christmas trees decorated by local groups. There are refreshments, stalls, games and a raffle.
Second Friday in December at 6pm
Christmas Tree Lights Switch on
Join together for Christmas tunes by a brass group with a mince pie and mulled wine in hand as we count down to the big tree being illuminated.