St Michael and All Angels, Mount Dinham: celebrating connections, routes and networks
St Michael and All Angels Church, Dinham Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4EB
St Michael & All Angels is one of the most spectacular monuments of the Anglican Revival in Devon, built in memory of the philanthropist John Dinham. Come to experience beautiful choral music and stunning architecture; soak up the timeless atmosphere and find out more about the extraordinary history of this place, with the tallest church spire west of Salisbury.
The church community and local residents this year together offer a warm welcome, with BBQ, Italian deserts and cream teas for visitors, on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th September, with a mix of music, exhibitions, talks and tours.
Saturday's events include a talk at 11 am, given by Devon's urban peregrine falcon expert, Nick Dixon. The afternoon is filled with a series of music recitals, with performances from 2pm from Matthew Jeffrey (tenor), Joseph Ward (baritone) and Matthew Wright (piano).
Sunday’s events begin with a Sung Mass at 11am. From 2pm, Matt Clark gives an organ recital with a demonstration by Dr Nigel Browne. Dr Richard Parker's architectural tour begins at 3 pm; traditional Parlour songs are sung from 4 pm. A Sung Mass for the Holy Cross is celebrated at 6 pm.
Heritage displays feature a transcription of the original Sentence of Consecration, and "Vena Amoris" reveals the beauty of traditional marriage ceremonies, with a collection from weddings at St Michael’s. Visitors can browse the book and plants stalls and also explore historic Mount Dinham itself. Parking is available all weekend.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- Opening Hours: 10.00-19.00 | 11.00 Peregrine Talk, Nick Dixon | BBQ, cakes and cream teas | 14.00 & 15.00 Vocal & Piano Recitals, Matt Jeffrey, Joseph Ward & Matthew Wright | 18.00 Sung Mass
- Sunday 15 September:
- Opening Hours: 11.00-1700 | 11.00 Sung Mass | BBQ, cakes & cream teas | 14.00 Organ recital & demo, Matt Clark & Dr Nigel Browne | 15.00 Architectural Tour, Richard Parker | 16.00 Parlour Songs!
Location & directions
St Michael and All Angels Church, Dinham Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4EB
- Directions:
- St Michael's is situated on Mount Dinham, near to the Iron Bridge and just off St David's Hill in the city of Exeter. The West doors and South entrance will be open for this event. Parking permits are available inside the church.
- Contact on day:
- Richard Parker
- Telephone number:
- +447763248241
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Wheelchair access into the church is via a ramp outside the west doors. There is one toilet on site. St Michael's is currently fundraising for a disabled toilet. Parking is available outside the church - pink parking permits are provided. Baby changing and breastfeeding is welcome inside St. Michael's church.
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 100
- Est. tour duration:
- 0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)
