St. Leonard's church, Thorpe

Deanery of Ashbourne    Diocese of Derby

Vicar:  Revd. Christopher Harrison

The Vicarage, Parwich, Ashbourne DE6 1QD      tel. 01335 390226    email

St. Leonard's church is situated on the edge of a village which for many centuries was dominated by farming, but has recently attracted residents from a range of occupations and backgrounds.  The church building goes back to Norman times, and contains several features of historic interest - see the link to the church history below.  It is listed Grade I. 

Church services are largely traditional and well-supported, and visitors are always welcome. There is a Sunday club for children from 9.30 to 10.30 am on the first Sunday of the month - children meet in the church for the beginning of the communion service, before leaving for the village hall.

There are two lay readers - Faith Hanson and Ros Hunt; one reader emeritus - Jean Skilbeck; and one reader in training - Carole Baines.

The church is open to visitors during daylight hours.

Click on the pictures below for larger versions:

Thorpe church from front	The children's window	East window and altar	Thorpe church from rear

Click on the links below for:

Service times      History     Recent Sermons     Thorpe church location

Other local churches:      Alsop      Fenny Bentley      Parwich      Tissington 

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