We are delighted to invite you to a parish social "bring & share" lunch, to take place in St Mary's on Sunday 14th June from 12.30-2.30pm. 

All are invited, whether you're a long-standing member of church or a newcomer or even just visiting today, you can be assured of a really warm welcome.  Kids are invited too - there will be activities for all.

This is a bring & share lunch so it would be really helpful to get an idea of  who is coming and what you intend to bring.  Please complete this form to indicate your attendance and offering.  Thank you.  

Please let us know you're coming here: https://stmarymagdalenewithstleonard.churchsuite.com/-/forms/bqhignrw

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

THE DEMISE OF RICHARD THOMAS PARKER – The last man to be publicly hanged in Nottingham on 10 August 1864.

Catherine Pincott-Allen (a.k.a. Emmaline Severn), a family descendant of the perpetrator, will bring a dark story from 1864 to you.

AN OFFENCE SO RANK IT SMELLS TO HEAVEN, A MOTHER’S MURDER!

Newark was where Parker had a butcher’s shop on Stodman Street; he married at St Mary Magdalene Church, and he was a frequent visitor to the many public houses in town!

Catherine will walk you through the events that led up to this felonious crime, take you to the murder scene, introduce you to the postmortem and lead you into the courtroom where you will decide his fate.

WHAT WILL YOU DECIDE?

BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-demise-of-richard-thomas-parker-tickets-1988155220785?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1lueoi7*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTg2NTczOTc1Ni4xNzc3MDM2NDE5*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzcwMzY0MTgkbzEkZzEkdDE3NzcwMzcxNDQkajQ0JGwwJGgw

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fuel (East) is a monthly gathering for youth from all over East Nottinghamshire, to come together to have fun, encounter God, hear from the Word and pray for each other. Our hope is for young people to come, see and know the love that God has for them and that hearts will be set on fire to see revival in the places that we live!!

Book here: stmarymagdalenewithstleonard.churchsuite…

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

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We will be exploring poly-choral works (with instruments) by Schütz, Biber and Benevoli, concluding with the famous

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In Ecclesiis by Giovanni Gabrieli. These works require ‘huge forces’ and will sound wonderful in St Mary Magdalene Church.

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The workshop is for voices and instruments at A=440

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Continuo: Organ, Harpsichord, Theorbo/lute/chitarrone

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Winds: Cornetti, Sackbuts, Curtals, Recorders/flutes, and appropriate period instruments.

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Strings: Violins, Violas, Violone, Viols. Also trumpets and timpani for Biber

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Midlands Early Music Forum

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For more information and booking visit: https://memf.org.uk/event/the-colossal-baroque-with-dr-stephen-bullamore-on-sat-20th-june-2026/

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£25 - [£20 for members of UK Early Music Forums] Students FREE Please book by  5   June.

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Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word @ St Leonard’s
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ St Mary Magdalene)

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

•⁠  ⁠To claim your 15% off Gold tickets, use the code: WELCOME15 on checkout

Key Information : PLEASE READ
🗓️ Friday 26th June
📍 St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Church Walk, Newark NG24 1JS
⏰ 2 Sittings | 1st Sitting: 7-8pm | 2nd Sitting: 9-10pm
🕰 Entry: 1st Sitting: Doors open at 6.15pm | 2nd Sitting: Doors open at 8:30pm
🎼 Musical Theme: A Classical Fleetwood Mac Tribute
🪑 Seating Is First Come First Serve To Your Allocated Tiered Zones (In Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze)
❓ Please Read Our FAQ’s
👥 8+ This event is for eight year olds & above
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♿ Accessibility: This venue is wheelchair accessible however every venue differs & we can’t guarantee front row.

Type Of Performance
The performance at this event will be a String Trio 🎻

List Of Songs:
Go Your Own Way
Second Hand News
Dreams
Don’t Stop
The Chain
You Make Loving Fun
I Don’t Want To Know
Gold Dust Woman
Landslide
Gypsy
Little Lies
Everywhere
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👉 Book your tickets here: https://www.lumos-experiences.com/event/a-fleetwood-mac-candlelight-experience-in-newark-on-trent-friday-26th-june/

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word @ St Leonard’s
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ St Mary Magdalene)

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Jakob Fichert

Canons Hidden in Roses

Chopin’s Polonaises are amongst the composer’s most iconic works. Inspired by an old tape

recording of my great-grandmother, a Jewish pianist from Riga who studied in Berlin in the

1890s and 1900s and survived the horrors of the Nazi regime, I recorded these master

pieces for Resonus Classics earlier this year (to be released in January 2027), four of which

are featured in this recital.

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

A Summer Celebration featuring a host of classical favourites and orchestral film music. Tha action will take place in St Mary Magdalene Church, Newark-on-Trent on Saturday 4th July, with a slightly earlier than normal start time of 6:30pm. On the programme are Fanfare for the Common Man and Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland, George Gershwin's Cuban Overture and An American in Paris, the Adagio for Strings by Samuel Barber, and music from the films Jurassic Park, Chicken Run and How to Train Your Dragon. 

Tickets: general admission £18; concessions (60+) £15; under 18 years and students £6. Discounts available for families and parties of 4 or more.

Available on the door or online at TicketSource.

Email tickets@nottinghamsymphony.org.uk.

8:00- Holy Communion (@ St Mary Magdalene - 2nd Sunday of the month only)
9:00- Sung Eucharist (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Contemporary Worship (@ St Mary Magdalene)
11:00- Holy Communion OR Service of the Word @ St Leonard’s
17:00- Choral Evensong (@ St Mary Magdalene)

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Eira Lynn Jones

VOYAGES: Acclaimed Welsh harpist, Eira Lynn Jones returns to the series with a varied programme on pedal harp and lever harp. From classical favourites, traditional tunes, hidden gems and a sprinkle of jazz, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.    “…Enthralling playing which captivated the audience” -King’s Lynn Festival 

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

EVERY FIELD TELLS A STORY, a talk given by Richard Pincott

26 years in the blink of an eye. That’s how it feels when I look over my shoulder to see how far we have travelled. Since 1999, we have journeyed through time surveying fields and investigating the history of our local landscapes. There have been many artefacts of interest, many highs, and many lows, but the treasure has and always will be, the stories the fields can tell. Our talk will lead you through those 26 years of discovery and introduce you to some of the investigations that we embarked upon.

We think you will be amazed; as we always say, Every Field Tells a Story.

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Audience feedback - "He's like a male Mary Beard!"

BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/26-years-of-time-travel-tickets-1988155532718?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*zg49en*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTg2NTczOTc1Ni4xNzc3MDM2NDE5*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzcwMzY0MTgkbzEkZzEkdDE3NzcwMzc0MDkkajUzJGwwJGgw

Fuel (East) is a monthly gathering for youth from all over East Nottinghamshire, to come together to have fun, encounter God, hear from the Word and pray for each other. Our hope is for young people to come, see and know the love that God has for them and that hearts will be set on fire to see revival in the places that we live!!

Book here: stmarymagdalenewithstleonard.churchsuite…

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Come to a fantastic performance of Handel's iconic Messiah in the wonderful surroundings of the renewed church of St Mary Magdalene, in the heart of Newark. 

The performance will be directed by Stephen Bullamore, and includes:
The Choir of St Mary Magdalene, Newark
The Choristers of Grimsby Minster
The Choir of St John's College, Durham
Music Donum Dei Baroque Orchestra (leader - Diane Terry)

Soloists are:
Soprano: Emma Rae Ward
Alto: Stella Radić
Tenor: Mark Wilde
Bass: Will Burn

Book here: https://buytickets.at/stmarymagdalenenewark/2175065

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Avalon Summerfield (mezzo-soprano) and John Gull (pianist)

Mezzo-soprano Avalon Summerfield and pianist John Gull present On This Island, a programme of English art song celebrating the beauty and nature of the British Isles. Featuring songs by Britten, Howells, Elgar, Dring, Tate and Head, this recital explores themes of landscape, love of the countryside, and the many shades of love found in nature. 

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Alfred Kendon Furtado

Local, young pianist, Alfred Kendon Furtado, takes you on a musical adventure through time, from Bach to the jazz giant, Bill Evans, in a programme which explores the evolution of emotion in music.

Fascinated by history? Want to know more about our nationally significant building? Then join our guided tour, and discover more than 800 years of history.

Expertly led by one of our volunteers, you will be guided through our Grade 1 Listed Medieval Church to find 14th century stone sculpture, centuries old monumental brasses, and beautiful stained glass.

The tour will last approximately one hour, and will meet outside the cafe area in the west end of the church.

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/highlights-of-st-marys-tours-tickets-1668274547079?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join local artist Kerry Dilks, for this family friendly drawing workshop. Kerry is a fantastic children’s book illustrator and author and will guide us through drawing your own animal character using inspiration from the many animals found around the church.

Suitable for all the family, come along and create your own character!

Julian Hellaby

International pianist Julian Hellaby plays an attractive programme covering a variety of styles and musical eras. Both the highways and attractive bi-ways of the piano repertoire will be featured, including music by Bach, Chaminade and beyond. Julian's informative introductions to the music will add to the appeal of the occasion.

The Vocology Ensemble bring you a wonderful night at the opera. Directed by Mark Wilde, this new, East Midlands based ensemble will provide a great evening's entertainment.

Rarescale Kingma Ensemble (Carla Rees, Sophie Hooper & Gavin Stewart, flutes)

Meet some of the different sized instruments of the flute family with rarescale Kingma Ensemble! Directed by internationally renowned low flute specialist Carla Rees, this trio will introduce you to piccolo, flute, alto and bass flutes and an enjoyable mix of repertoire from the baroque to the present day.

Stephen Cooper (baritone), Paul Hale (piano)

Song Recital

Local duo Stephen Cooper (baritone) and Paul Hale (piano) perform a pleasing concoction of French, German and English songs by Britten, Schubert and Nottinghamshire-born Eric Coates, a mixture of lieder, folk songs and Shakespeare settings, with good humour to the fore.

Clarice Rarity and John Francis Wright 

This duo have performed together for the past three years and now launch Duo Sìor with this inaugural concert. Bringing together backgrounds in contemporary music, performance and instrument making, the duo explores connections between musical traditions while championing much-loved but less frequently performed chamber repertoire alongside new perspectives on familiar works.

Mariko Terashi (Piano)

Leicester-based Japanese pianist Mariko Terashi will be playing Baroque pieces from Scarlatti, Rameau, Couperin and more, as well as favourites from Chopin and Enescu. Mariko pursued her musical training in Paris, and upon moving to England in 1995, she regularly appears on the concert platform as a soloist and chamber musician. Her latest CD, ‘Carlos de Seixas, François Couperin, Jean-Philippe Rameau’, has been met with enthusiasm, receiving great reviews internationally. 

Join artist Rachel Scanlon at St Mary Magdalene for a relaxed session creating your own book using simple book making techniques.

Create your own book alongside artist Rachel Scanlon.

Select a theme you love and use a mix of art supplies to bring your vision to life on the page. Experiment with techniques like printing, painting, stamping, collage, and dyeing to create a truly eye-catching piece.

BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985906990267?aff=oddtdtcreator

Explore St Mary's by following in the footsteps of extraordinary individuals connected to the history of our church across nine centuries.

Specially commissioned for Heritage Open Days 2026, this free guided tour of St Mary's Newark takes you through the lives of some of the most important and intriguing individuals associated with the life of our church and town across nine centuries. Hear unique tales ranging from the medieval period to the present day!

Tours are free and last approximately 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. We recommend wearing flat, sensible shoes and wrapping up warmly.

BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-people-of-st-marys-free-guided-tour-heritage-open-days-2026-tickets-1986979508197?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1q0ynsd*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTg4NTUyNjI2Mi4xNzc3MDM3ODM3*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzcwMzc4MzYkbzEkZzEkdDE3NzcwMzgyNDAkajU3JGwwJGgw

Join artist Rachel Scanlon at St Mary Magdalene for a relaxed session creating your own book using simple book making techniques.

Create your own book alongside artist Rachel Scanlon.

Select a theme you love and use a mix of art supplies to bring your vision to life on the page. Experiment with techniques like printing, painting, stamping, collage, and dyeing to create a truly eye-catching piece.

BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985908255050?aff=oddtdtcreator

Explore St Mary's by following in the footsteps of extraordinary individuals connected to the history of our church across nine centuries.

Specially commissioned for Heritage Open Days 2026, this free guided tour of St Mary's Newark takes you through the lives of some of the most important and intriguing individuals associated with the life of our church and town across nine centuries. Hear unique tales ranging from the medieval period to the present day!

Tours are free and last approximately 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. We recommend wearing flat, sensible shoes and wrapping up warmly.

BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-people-of-st-marys-free-guided-tour-heritage-open-days-2026-tickets-1986979508197?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1q0ynsd*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTg4NTUyNjI2Mi4xNzc3MDM3ODM3*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzcwMzc4MzYkbzEkZzEkdDE3NzcwMzgyNDAkajU3JGwwJGgw

Explore St Mary's by following in the footsteps of extraordinary individuals connected to the history of our church across nine centuries.

Specially commissioned for Heritage Open Days 2026, this free guided tour of St Mary's Newark takes you through the lives of some of the most important and intriguing individuals associated with the life of our church and town across nine centuries. Hear unique tales ranging from the medieval period to the present day!

Tours are free and last approximately 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. We recommend wearing flat, sensible shoes and wrapping up warmly.

BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-people-of-st-marys-free-guided-tour-heritage-open-days-2026-tickets-1986979508197?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1q0ynsd*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTg4NTUyNjI2Mi4xNzc3MDM3ODM3*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzcwMzc4MzYkbzEkZzEkdDE3NzcwMzgyNDAkajU3JGwwJGgw

BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://thechristmasorchestra.co.uk/location/newark-st-mary-magdalene/

The Christmas Orchestra returns for 2026, after a fantastic run of sold-out shows in 2024 and 2025! We're thrilled to be bringing our unique concert experience to more locations than ever before. Prepare to immerse yourself in the magic of the festive season and create lasting memories together! 

On 17th December our tour makes a special stop at St Mary Magdalene, Newark bringing the Christmas spirit right to your doorstep.

Take a look at some of the highlights from our shows on our YouTube channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/@TheChristmasOrchestraTour

 The Show  
The concert is performed live by a 16 piece chamber orchestra, supported with full sound production and lighting show. Experience uplifting nostalgia with compositions from your favourite Christmas films, as well as traditional classics to spark your festive spirit, featuring:

HOME ALONE
ELF
THE HOLIDAY
LOVE ACTUALLY
MUPPETS CHRISTMAS CAROL
THE NUTCRACKER
HARRY POTTER
DIE HARD 2
WHITE CHRISTMAS

The Christmas Orchestra promises a magical and energising festive journey, capturing the essence of Christmas, perfect for igniting your holiday spirit.

St Mary Magdalene Church
17th December 2026

Early Concert
Doors open: 17:15
Show starts: 18:00
Show ends: 19:15

Late Concert
Doors open: 19:45
Show starts: 20:30
Show ends: 21:45

What people say about the show
“It was magical. We loved every moment”
“This was just what I needed to get me in the Christmas spirit”
“This will definitely be our Christmas routine every year now”
“I was in awe of the talent. What amazing and talented musicians”

Terms & Conditions;
https://www.thechristmasorchestra.co.uk/terms-conditions
Disclaimer: The Christmas Orchestra and its events are not affiliated with the films and composers listed. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All ticket sales are final, we do not offer refunds.