all the trees of the forest sing for joy before the lord
Psalm 96:12
Welcome to the Parishes of Clipstone, Edwinstowe and Perlethorpe in the legendary Sherwood Forest. Since 633AD people have worshipped, prayed and served in these places. So come today, find peace and welcome, and join us as we seek to place love at the heart of life.
The Church of All Saints was built during the 1920’s to serve New Clipstone which was built after the colliery was sunk.
Whilst the building is plain on the outside, the interior is beautiful. It is a building at the centre of the community, and a place of real encounter with God.
All Saints is located in the middle of Clipstone on the intersection of Church Road and 4th Ave.
St Mary’s Church is a beautiful and ancient place of worship in the heart of Sherwood Forest.
There is a growing church community of young and old, with a variety of worship services. Tourists annually come to see the church, where legend has it, Robin Hood and Maid Marian were married!
St. Mary’s is located in the heart of Edwinstowe, on the left at the top of the High Street.
The Parish Church of St John the Evangelist at Perlethorpe stands in the ancient grounds of Thoresby, as listed in the Domesday Book.
With it’s unique country estate setting, St. Johns is a very special place to get married. Do please get in touch with us to find out more.
St. John’s is located on the Perlethorpe estate, beyond the Estate Office and Village Hall.
Room Hire & Charity Shop
Available to hire for parties, meetings and functions.
For enquires please complete our online booking request form.
We are happy to recycle unwanted items in good condition.
This includes clothes, ornaments and a variety of other household items
Find out more
Service Times
You would be very welcome to pop in and try out a service at any of our churches.
Our History
Join us on a journey through Sherwood Forest, learn about our history and the story of Robin Hood.
Safeguarding
Ensuring that children and young people as well as adults are kept safe whilst in our care is an integral part of our church life.
If you have any concerns about safeguarding please contact our Parish Safeguarding Co-ordinator Pete Edwards tel: 07754 567043
In the Diocese contact the Safeguarding Team tel. 07917 693285
The Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor is Julian Hodgson tel. 01626 817200
Out of hours for Children & Adults
Nottinghamshire: tel. 0300 456 4546
Nottingham City Council: tel. 0115 876 1000
Bawtry: tel. 01302 796 000
