The Parish of Cirencester
Wednesday 21 October 2026
Whether you are exploring faith, visiting our beautiful town, or looking for a church to call home, you are warmly welcome here.
Our parish is made up of three churches: St John Baptist, Holy Trinity Watermoor, and Saint Lawrence Chesterton. For more than 1,000 years, Christian worship has been offered in this place, and today our churches continue to be vibrant communities of prayer, friendship, and celebration.
Each church has its own character, yet together we share a rich Anglican tradition and a desire to welcome everyone who comes through our doors. Here you will find a place of prayer and reflection, a place shaped by history, and a place where people of all ages can share in joy, fellowship, and community life.
We are part of the Diocese of Gloucester and seek to live out the vision expressed in John 10:10, where Jesus says, “I have come that you may have life in all its fullness.” Our hope is that all who visit may experience something of that fullness of life.
In the midst of busy lives, our churches offer space for stillness, worship, and connection with others. Whether you come for a service, a quiet moment of prayer, or one of our many community events, we hope you will feel welcomed and encouraged.
Sunday 8th November: celebrating with Bishop Rachel at 3pm for tea and then a service at 4pm.
Market Place: Closed to vehicles from 8:00am as part of the Half Marathon road closures. Abbey Grounds car park is accessible throughout the event. Forum and Brewery car parks are affected by the road closures from 8:00am until approximately 9:45am.
No visit to CIrencester is complete without a tour of the Parish Church of St John Baptist, situated right in the centre of the Market Place. Parking is available in one of the many car parks nearby – most only a few minutes' walk away.
The Parish Church is open throughout the year and is free to enter. Regular guided tours are available from mid-March to the end of October, and there is no need to book these in advance.
For the more aventurous, you can climb the tower and enjoy a different view of Cirencester from above. The tower tours offer the chance to explore parts of this historic church that aren't normally accessible to visitors, including the bell chamber.
Holy Trinity Watermoor, is also worth a visit – particularly if you're interested in the architecture of its designer, Sir George Gilbert Scott.
Located in the heart of Cirencester, in the historic Market Place, the Parish Church of Cirencester offers a distinctive and welcoming venue for concerts and performances.
The venue has a core seating capacity of 273 in the central nave with excellent visibility of the staging area. Portable seating options in the side aisles can increase that capacity to 464. We have tiered staging which can added to the event if desired. Our hosting & events team are happy to work with you to install lighting and sound systems.
The venue is equally suitable to hire for larger celebrations or community events, school concerts, wedding receptions or funeral wakes.
At the heart of the Cirencester community, the church is easy to reach, with parking available at local car parks within a short walking distance (these are free after 6:00pm).
This is a venue with character, flexibility and a warm welcome. We would love to help you make your next event special.
