Friends of St John, Parson Drove

Friends of St John offers the Church of St John the Baptist in Parson Drove as a distinctive venue for private and community events. This medieval church, cared for in partnership with the Churches Conservation Trust, brings historic character to occasions that might otherwise take place in a village hall or standard function room.

Organisers can hire the church for celebrations, parties and meetings, and the venue is also available for weddings. The Friends group can help shape and manage an event, while organisers who prefer to make their own arrangements can hire the space on a more independent basis. The surrounding churchyard provides an additional setting and a memorable backdrop for photography and film shoots.

The venue can also suit creative activities such as arts and crafts sessions or cooking classes. Refreshments and more substantial catering may be arranged through the Friends group, helping organisers plan a gathering with support on site. The church is fully licensed, according to the information supplied for this listing.

The Friends of St John is a local charitable group working to bring the historic building into wider use and raise funds for its upkeep. Its own programme has included live music, markets, quizzes, outdoor theatre and murder mystery dinners. For event organisers, the appeal is the opportunity to use an unusual heritage setting while working with a community group that knows the building and can discuss practical arrangements. Contact the group to enquire about availability, hire options and the level of assistance needed for your event.