Your visit at a glance
St Martin's Church is a Church of England (Anglican) church at North Holmes Road in Canterbury, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion (BCP) at 09:30. 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.
- Sunday09:30
Holy Communion (BCP)
- Wednesday10:00
Holy Communion
The church & its community
About St Martin's Church
St Martin's Church in Canterbury holds an unrivalled place in English Christian history: it was already a working church when St Augustine arrived from Rome in 597 AD to begin the conversion of the Anglo-Saxons, and was used by Queen Bertha, the Frankish Christian wife of King Æthelberht of Kent, for her private worship before that. Parts of the present building incorporate Roman brickwork, and it has been in continuous Christian use for more than 1,400 years — longer than any other church in the English-speaking world. Together with Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine's Abbey it forms the Canterbury UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Christian tradition
- Church of England (Anglican)
- Town & country
- Canterbury, England
- Postcode
- CT1 1QJ
- Diocese
- Diocese of Canterbury
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
Specific access facilities have not been confirmed in this listing. This does not mean the church is inaccessible.
Other listed facilities and activities
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Roman brickwork
- Saxon font
- Historic graveyard
- Free entry
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 St Martin's Church
Where is St Martin's Church?
St Martin's Church is located at North Holmes Road, Canterbury, CT1 1QJ, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is St Martin's Church?
St Martin's Church is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Canterbury. 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 St Martin's Church?
The listed schedule for St Martin's Church is Sunday 09:30 (Holy Communion (BCP)); Wednesday 10:00 (Holy Communion). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact St Martin's Church?
You can contact St Martin's Church by phone or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend St Martin's Church?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, St Martin's Church welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.
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