Churches
Discover the churches, worship and Christian communities serving Colyton and the surrounding villages.
Churches in and around Colyton
Churches have been at the heart of community life in Colyton and the surrounding villages for centuries.
St Andrew's is the historic parish church of Colyton and forms part of the Holyford Mission Community, which brings together Church of England parishes across this part of East Devon.
As well as regular worship, the churches provide places for prayer, music, community gatherings, weddings, baptisms, funerals and a range of local activities.
St Andrew's Church
Standing in the centre of Colyton, St Andrew's is one of the town's most distinctive historic landmarks and remains an active parish church.
The church has served the community for centuries. Its history includes a 12th-century tower topped by an unusual octagonal lantern, later medieval additions and a late 10th-century Saxon cross discovered during restoration following a major fire in 1933.
St Andrew's is normally open daily and continues to host regular worship alongside music, prayer and community activities.
Market Place
Colyton
Devon EX24 6JS
Churches in the surrounding communities
St Andrew's is part of the Holyford Mission Community, together with churches serving neighbouring villages across this part of East Devon.
St Michael's Chapel
Dedicated to St Michael and All Angels, the chapel serves the neighbouring community of Colyford and dates from the late 19th century.
Discover St Michael's →St Giles' Church
St Giles' is the parish church of Northleigh, with origins believed to date from the Norman period and a rich collection of historic features.
Discover St Giles' →St Lawrence's Church
The parish church of Southleigh has Norman origins, a 15th-century tower and a collection of historic features including an early font and bells.
Discover St Lawrence's →Services & church events
Service times and events vary throughout the year. Holyford Mission Community publishes the current weekly service pattern, pew sheets and information about events taking place across its churches.
View current services →More than Sunday services
St Andrew's and the wider Holyford Mission Community support a range of activities throughout the year, including music, prayer, community events and social gatherings.
St Andrew's is also home to a long-established choir and hosts the Friendly Friday community café each Friday morning.
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