St Tarcisius Catholic War Memorial Church
227 London Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 3EY
Come and join our Birthday celebrations and celebrate 100yrs of St Tarcisius Catholic Church in Camberley. The only Catholic War Memorial Church in England. There will be Guided Tours of the church and Gardens - area's not usually open to the public. A birthday party to celebrate 100yrs of our fabulous history - the party takes place in the garden at the end of one of the tours. If the weather is inclement the celebrataton will take place in the hall.
Ever wondered why the Priests have different coloured Vestments, and what are all the Holy Vessels called? Come and see our displays and learn about the Liturgical times of year and the celebration of the Eucharist, the most important aspect of our faith. There will be some everyday day Vestments word during todays Masses and some really heavy ornate vestments of yesteryears.
Discover our connections to Lady Southwell who donated the land on which the church was built, the Blounte Family, the charge of the Light Brigade and marvel at the stained glass windows designed by Paul Woodroffe.
The Church is of Gothic Perpendicular style and has two amazing reredos' with such intricate carving, a crenelated Tower and a fabulous roof scape. Climb the tiny stairs to the organ loft and listen to the peel of Bells calling the Angelus, the call to mass and more.
A programme of events and a history booklet will be available.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 0800 - 2000
- Sunday 08 September:
- 0800 - 2000
- Monday 09 September:
- 0800 - 2000
- Tuesday 10 September:
- 0800 - 2000
- Wednesday 11 September:
- 0800 - 2000
- Thursday 12 September:
- 0800 - 2000
- Friday 13 September:
- 0800 - 2000
- Saturday 14 September:
- 0800 - 2000 - Walking tours throughout the day. Times to be confirmed
Location & directions
227 London Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 3EY
- Directions:
- The Church which has a stone tower is located on the A30 London Road in Camberley, between the Atrium Carpark on Lower Charles Street and the Places Leisure centre on Grand Avenue. There is ample parking at the Atrium Carpark, car parking is not available on site.
- Contact on day:
- Fr Paul Turner
- Telephone number:
- +447497347731
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Wheel chair users will not be able to use the narrow staircase to the organ loft. Everything else can be negotiated with time and patience, albeit the lawn is not level and so some strength may be required on the grass.
Additional information
There will be 3 guided tours of the church and garden during the week, and a walking tour on the Saturday morning followed by a little birthday celebration in the garden - weather permitting. Tour dates and times will be advertised nearer the time. The tour can be between 10 -20 minutes but you are welcome to stay longer to browse the displays in the church, or take tea in the garden or hall weather dependent.
