WELCOME TO THE PRIORY CHURCH OF ST MARY AND ST MICHAEL, CARTMEL, CUMBRIA

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We offer you a warm invitation to visit this beautiful old church which dominates the small village of Cartmel, near Grange-over-Sands in Cumbria. We are proud that Simon Jenkins, in his recent book 'England's Thousand Best Churches', published by Penguin, says that "Cartmel is the most beautiful church in the north-west". (Click here for how to find us)

Founded as a priory for 'the regular canons of St. Augustine', this church has been a focus for Christian worship for more than 800 years. It continues to serve as a centre for the local community and for the 60,000 pilgrims and tourists who visit us each year.

There are many features of special interest, both outside and inside the church: the unique square belfry tower constructed diagonally across the original lantern tower; the remnants of stained glass in the great east window and the seats and benches of the choir stalls, all from the early 15th century; the Piper Choir with its early English pointed arch and groined roof; the Town Choir which is dedicated to St Michael and was set aside by the canons for the lay people of Cartmel; the wonderful sculptures by Josefina de Vasconcellos.

You are welcome to say a prayer, join us in worship, look about the building, visit the bookstall, or just enjoy the peace and quietness of this very special place.

The church is open from 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. in summer and 9.00 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. in winter.

CONTACTS

Team Vicar with special responsibility for Cartmel
The Reverend Canon Robert Bailey
Tel: 015395 36261
E-mail: vicar.cartmel@virgin.net
Address: The Vicarage, Priest Lane, Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria LA11 6PU

Churchwardens
Roger Baxter, Marjorie Simon and John Iveson

Magazine Editor
The Parish Magazine is produced monthly. To receive a copy, or if you wish to contribute an item, please contact:
Clare & Howard Martin
Tel: 01229 464777


CARTMEL PENINSULA TEAM MINISTRY

The Parish of Cartmel is in the Windermere Deanery of the Diocese of Carlisle. It is one of the six parishes which make up the Cartmel Peninsula Team Ministry. The other parishes are Allithwaite, Field Broughton, Flookburgh, Grange-over-Sands and Lindale.

Team Office
Tuesday 10 am - 1 pm
Thursday 10 am - 1 pm
Friday 10 am - 1 pm
Tel: 015395 35560
E -mail: parishoffice@cartmelpenteam.freeserve.co.uk
Address: The Parish Hall, Kents Bank Road, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria LA11 7XX


Cartmel Priory is a Registered Charity. No. 1130275.

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