Founded in 642AD by St Oswald

Final resting place of the poet
William Wordsworth

In the heart of the Lake District

St Oswald’s Church warmly welcomes you. SUNDAY WORSHIP at 11.00am.

Situated by the banks of the River Rothay in the centre of Grasmere village, St Oswald’s is a historic place of worship, much loved by local people and over 100,000 visitors each year. Its services are attended by a faithful, local congregation as well as many who come to stay in Grasmere. St Oswald’s has a fine musical reputation and is home to the annual Grasmere Rushbearing.

News and Events

Palm Sunday (24th March)
9.30am Holy Communion (Rydal)
11.00am Holy Communion (Grasmere)
& Passion Reading.

Maundy Thursday (28th March)
6.30pm Holy Communion
of the Last Supper (Grasmere)

Good Friday (29th March)
11.00am Good Friday Worship (Grasmere)
Procession to Moss Parrock (Village Green) for:
12.00pm Prayers at the Cross.

Easter Day (31st March)
9.30am Holy Communion (Rydal)
11.00am Holy Communion (Grasmere)

GRASMERE MUSIC: Thank you for supporting the Musical Events at St. Oswald`s. over the past year. The Programme for 2024 will hopefully be published early in the new year.

Enquiries to the Director of Music, Ian Hare Tel: 017684 83886. Email: ian.c.hare@outlook.com

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