Cycling tour

CYCLING TOUR

With the guidance of a professional cycling instructor, explore some of the beautiful churches of the Okeford Benefice. Visit our range of Grade 1 and Grade 2* listed church buildings, learn about their history and enjoy a bike ride in the beautiful countryside. Tours last 3 hours and end with a delicious afternoon tea. Limited to groups of 5 at £35 per person.

Available on Saturdays and some weekdays.

To book please email Dilys Gartside.

Eco tour

CHURCH ECO TOUR

Enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful Grade 1 listed Shillingstone church and its churchyard which is managed for wildlife and biodiversity. Take a gentle stroll by the Stour on the Trailway and end up with an afternoon tea at the Church Centre.  Tours last 2 hours and are available on Sunday afternoons and some weekdays.

Limited to groups of 5 at £10 per person.

To book please email Lesley Gasson.

Church tour

CHURCH TOUR

Enjoy a guided tour of the fascinating Child Okeford church learning about its features and history, and take in the tranquil surroundings of the wildlife friendly churchyard.  

Tours last 2 hours and are available on Saturday afternoons from May 22nd and some weekdays. Limited to groups of 5 at £10 per person.

To book please email Bob Crighton.

Painting church

PAINTING AFTERNOON

Calling all artists: set up your easel in a lovely orchard in the tiny village of Hammoon and capture the view of the Grade 1 listed church. Paint away for two hours (or more!) and enjoy an afternoon tea. Limited to groups of 5 at £7.50 per person.

Available on Saturday afternoons and some weekdays. 

To book please email Susie Poë.