Weddings
We are delighted to marry couples here at St Mary’s, St Paul’s and St Arilda’s.
Please do get in touch with our Life Events Coordinator if you would like more details about these services: lifeevents.thornburybenefice@outlook.com
For more details on the legalities and practicalities of getting married in an Anglican Church do please look at:
YourChurchWedding.org or visit the Church of England website here.
Celebrate Your Wedding at St Mary’s Church, Thornbury
St Mary’s Parish Church, nestled in the heart of Thornbury, offers a beautiful and sacred setting for your special day. As the largest of the parish churches, St Mary’s can accommodate up to 400 guests, providing an ideal space for both intimate and grand celebrations.
With its stunning architecture and serene atmosphere, St Mary’s is a place of peace, prayer, and spiritual nourishment. The church boasts a peal of eight bells to mark your joyous occasion, a professional organist to provide beautiful music, and the option to include our talented choir for an even more memorable ceremony.
Our experienced flower team is also on hand to help you create bespoke floral arrangements, adding a personal touch to your celebration.
Take a virtual tour of St Mary’s to explore its charm and see how it can be the perfect setting for your wedding.
Make your vows in a place of timeless beauty and enduring love. St Mary’s awaits to welcome you.
Contact our Life Events Co-Ordinator: lifeevents.thornburybenefice@outlook.com
St Arilda’s, Oldbury-on-Severn
Is a beautiful village church with stunning views across the River Severn, including both bridges.
St Arilda’s Church can hold 150 guests.
An organist is available as well as a music system to play your own music on for the ceremony.
Contact our Life Events Co-Ordinator: lifeevents.thornburybenefice@outlook.com
🌿 Weddings at Oldbury Church 🌿
Oldbury Church has had the joy of hosting four beautiful weddings during 2024, each filled with love, laughter, and a touch of village charm.
From springtime ceremonies for Matthew & Georgina and Lesley-Ann & Tom, to a heartwarming celebration for Sam & Renalin — a day made even more special by the community’s support — every wedding has been a reflection of the warmth and spirit of our church.
A standout moment came during Kellie & George’s October wedding. When it was time to "kiss the bride," George briefly vanished behind the choir stalls—only to reappear with a carefully painted wooden box, lifting his bride onto it for their picture-perfect kiss! Laughter and cheers echoed through the church as the happy couple stepped into the sunshine, proving that love — and a little humor — make for the most memorable days.
If you're dreaming of a wedding filled with heart, heritage, and a dash of village magic, Oldbury Church is ready to welcome you.
Congratulations to all the happy couples — may your lives together be filled with love, laughter, and endless blessings!
St Paul’s, Hackett Lane
Is an intimate and informal church.
The church can hold around 100 people for a service.
Additional extras available at St Paul’s are an Organist and flowers can be arranged with the church flower team.
Contact our Life Events Co-Ordinator: lifeevents.thornburybenefice@outlook.com
LGBTQI+
We are committed to being a church that is welcoming and safe for everybody. However, as an Anglican community, there are some restrictions still in place regarding what might be possible. If you are a same-sex couple who would like to explore a service of prayer following a civil marriage service, this is something that we can offer. Please do feel free to get in touch with Revd Joy whatever your request and she will do all that she can to support you.
Members of the LGBTQI+ community can be assured of a warm welcome at any of our services or events.
Contact our Life Events Co-Ordinator: lifeevents.thornburybenefice@outlook.com
