WHAT TO EXPECT

Our building was built in 1913, and renovated in 2021. It has a blend of the traditional architecture and features, alongside contemporary finishes.

 We do not have pews. All of our rooms are multi purpose and seats can be moved. Wheelchair users are able to sit anywhere they like, and are welcome to have seats moved in order to sit in a preferred location.
 We have different types of chairs. Most of our chairs do not have arms, but we do have “bucket” chairs. These are often at the back of the hall in a flexible seating area, but can be moved.
 We have a lift to the upstairs hall.
 We have 2 wheelchair accessible toilets (not changing places) and 3 cubicle toilets.
In the future we would love to have a fully accessible toilet equipped with an adult size bed and a hoist.
 We have a ramp up to the stage in the main hall.
 The entrances have doors that pull to open and can be a little heavy. These doors are open during all our regular services.
 The main entrance has a very small lip to be aware of.
 The side chapel entrance has a larger lip, and a slightly narrow turning space into the side chapel. The side chapel can also be accessed via the main entrance and through the main hall.
 We have adjustable lighting throughout the building. We usually keep our spaces well lit for visibility.

SENSORY EXPERIENCE

Main Hall:

 A large space with high ceilings.
 Before and after the services it can get loud and busy around the hospitality area. Other areas of the hall are quieter.
 During a morning service you may hear some noise from the children’s groups.
 We have a contemporary worship band lead us. It can sometimes be loud (though not like a concert or theatre show!) Some members of our church family use earplugs or ear defenders to manage this. We have ear defenders available to borrow.
 We have soft purple uplighters above the stage.
 We have festoon lights between our pillars.
 There is flexible seating at the back of the room in the welcome area. This is a good place to allow movement or standing during the service.

In a typical morning service you can expect:

 A greeting at the door by someone from the welcome team
 Tea and coffee time
 Someone to let you know the service will begin soon. The band will start playing and people will start sitting down.
 A formal welcome from the front- this is the start of the service.
 A song and an actions song.
 A Church Family Focus (a short slot for all the family to learn together)
 Notices and church family news.
 A 2 minute break while under 14’s to leave for their groups. You will often be encouraged to say hello to people around you.
 A couple more songs
 Often some liturgy
 Prayers
 Bible reading
 A sermon
 A song
 Someone will let you know it is the end of the service.
 Prayer team available
 More tea and coffee!

At a typical evening service you can expect:

 Tea and coffee
 Someone to tell you the service will begin soon.
 A formal welcome from the front
 A song or songs
 A feature: A short section exploring different topics. Sometimes an interview or book review.
 Notices and church family news.
 A short break while under 14’s go out. You will often be encouraged to say hello to people around you.
 A song or songs.
 Prayers
 Bible reading
 A sermon
A song
 Someone will let you know it is the end of the service
 Prayer team available
 More tea and coffee!