Your visit at a glance
Sherborne Abbey is a Church of England (Anglican) church in Sherborne, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion (BCP) at 08:00 and Sung Eucharist at 10:30. Confirm the current schedule with the church before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
Worship together
Church service times
The usual schedule recorded for this church. Check the official church notice or newsletter for this week’s arrangements. Times are local to the UK.
- Sunday08:00
Holy Communion (BCP)
- Sunday10:30
Sung Eucharist
- Sunday15:30
Choral Evensong
- Weekdays08:30
Morning Prayer
- Weekdays17:30
Evensong
The church & its community
About Sherborne Abbey
Sherborne Abbey, otherwise the Abbey Church of St. Mary the Virgin, is a Church of England church in Sherborne in the English county of Dorset. It was formerly a Saxon Catholic cathedral (705–1075) and a Benedictine abbey church (998–1539), before becoming a Church of England parish church in 1539 during the dissolution of the monasteries. In England's Thousand Best Churches (1999) by Simon Jenkins, it is one of only 18 churches given a five-star rating.
- Christian tradition
- Church of England (Anglican)
- Town & country
- Sherborne, England
- Postcode
- DT9 3LQ
A little preparation helps
Planning your first visit
- Choose a service. Check the church’s current notice for changes, especially at Christmas, Easter or on bank holidays.
- Plan your arrival. Use the address below and ask about the entrance, parking or public transport if you need help.
- Let someone welcome you. Tell a steward or welcomer it is your first visit; you can ask where to sit and how to follow the service.
What is worship in this tradition usually like?
Anglican (Church of England) worship follows the rhythm of the Book of Common Prayer and Common Worship. Sunday services often range from a said early-morning Holy Communion to a main mid-morning Sung Eucharist or Morning Prayer, and many parishes hold Choral Evensong later in the day. Services blend set liturgy, hymns, Scripture readings and a sermon. Everyone is welcome, whether you are exploring faith or returning to church.
This describes the wider tradition. The format at this particular church may vary.
Visit with confidence
Accessibility and facilities
Access information recorded for this church:
- Wheelchair access
Other listed facilities and activities
- Cathedral choir
- Daily worship
- Café
- Gift shop
- Guided tours
Ask the church about your particular requirements, including the route from the entrance to seating and toilets. A listed feature may not describe every part of the building.
Questions to ask about access →Questions about Sherborne Abbey
Where is Sherborne Abbey?
Sherborne Abbey is located at Sherborne, DT9 3LQ, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Sherborne Abbey?
Sherborne Abbey is a Church of England (Anglican) church. You can read more about the Church of England (Anglican) tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Sherborne Abbey?
The listed schedule for Sherborne Abbey is Sunday 08:00 (Holy Communion (BCP)); Sunday 10:30 (Sung Eucharist); Sunday 15:30 (Choral Evensong); Weekdays 08:30 (Morning Prayer); Weekdays 17:30 (Evensong). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact Sherborne Abbey?
You can contact Sherborne Abbey through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Sherborne Abbey?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Sherborne Abbey welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.