Welcome to Ashley  -  St. James The Greater
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Parish

The small village of Ashley is situated on the northern border of the Bristol Diocese in Gloucestershire. The church of St. James lies in the centre of the village between the Monarchs Way and The Fosseway.  ​It is surrounded by working farms, woodland and typical Cotswold stone houses. 

​Despite the population being only 50, the attendance at, and support for, the church is proportionately high.
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​The community as a whole is warm and welcoming to all and aims to support the other churches in our group.

As well as our regular service pattern we are able to hold various community meetings in the church.
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Our outreach programme encompasses both local and overseas charities.

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​Historically, the church is of great interest, dating back to the 12th Century with the simplicity of the architecture lending it a particular charm.

The Chancel Arch and the South Door with its Tympanum are Norman in style.

Both the church and it’s surrounding church yard offer the opportunity to experience stillness and peace, creating also a beautiful setting for weddings.

​Services

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Our regular pattern of services is as follows:-
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1st Sunday
8.30am  Holy Communion, Book of Common Prayer
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2nd Sunday
6pm  Evensong with hymns, Book of Common Prayer

3rd Sunday
9.30am  Morning Prayer with hymns

4th Sunday
9.30am  Holy Communion with hymns, Common Worship

5th Sunday
10am  Group Holy Communion In rotation within the Benefice

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Festivals

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Easter, Harvest and Christmas are well supported with the Christmas Eve Carol Service a particularly popular event.


​Ashley Parish photo gallery
www.braydonbrook.co.uk/ashley-gallery.html​​

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​Contacts - Church Wardens

 
​Richard White:
01666 577 218  / 07966 425 315

Jo Nettleton:
​01285 841 323  /  07770 680 660


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