We are delighted to be offering as part of our Gilpin 500 celebrations, along with the Friends of Houghton Parish Church Trust a special Music Festival in May this year. There is literally something for everyone! Do put these dates … Continue reading
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This Good Friday 14th April at 12noon will see the churchyard of St Michael and All Angels Church, Houghton-le-Spring become the setting of Jesus’ last hours. Crucifixion is a modern passion play performed by local people outside. The play uses … Continue reading
This Good Friday come and witness the greatest story ever told here in the grounds of St Michael and All Angels Church. Follow the story of Christ’s passion from his arrest through to his crucifixion in this unique, immersive experience. … Continue reading
We are delighted that we will be joined this Holy Week by Bishop John Packer for a series of talks journeying through Jesus’ Passion. The week begins with Palm Sunday 9th April – we will process as usual from … Continue reading
After our launch in March our first regular gathering of Open Table – our inclusive service open to all is on Sunday 2nd April at 7 for a 7.30pm start at Space4 – ground floor Houghton Library (postcode DH4 4GB … Continue reading
This Sunday evening we have our service of inspirational readings and music for Passiontide as we journey together towards Holy Week and Easter. Come and journey with us on the way of the cross at 6pm. … Continue reading
Enter the world of Bernard Gilpin, Tudor Rector of Houghton-le-Spring Saturday 4th March from 10.00am-2.00pm in St Michael and All Angels Church, The Broadway, DH4 4DN Join us for a free day of activities for all the family to include: … Continue reading
Our Gilpin 500 Beer Festival takes place in the Kepier Hall (behind the church on the Broadway in Houghton-le-Spring, postcode DH4 4DN) this weekend. Tickets are £10, ring John Lambton on 07917 817879 to reserve tickets or buy on the … Continue reading
Join us for some festive fun singing carols at the Wild Boar Pub in Houghton-le-Spring on Saturday 17th December at 11am. Why not wear a Christmas jumper?! Last year it went down so well we ended up in the Wetherspoons … Continue reading
Our popular Christingle service at which children and adults make a Christingle orange and learn about its meaning is on Sunday 18th December at 3pm at St Michael’s. All proceeds from this service go to the work of the Children’s … Continue reading