Branch Out- A celebration of St Stephen’s & St Mary's in the community

A week-long  festival to celebrate and give thanks for Rev Philip’s joyful time in the Benefice as he retires after 16 years on Lansdown. It’s also a shout out for the fabulous Church community and neighbourhood groups, clubs and activities which make the Benefice so special. Featuring in Lansdown Open Garden’s (Sunday 6 June) programme as an ‘indoor garden’,  Benefice community groups will create a decorative twig fest of twigs, flowers and nature related items.  Open daily between 2 – 4 pm, each opening will also feature a drop-in event from creating flower collages, making miniature ferns, decorating prayer and peace trees through to tours of St Stephen’s stained glass windows. A Branch Out pop up cafe will be available to purchase mouth-watering home bakes, tea and coffee. Watch the website for the full week’s programme. Free to visit; pop up events with voluntary donations; cafe for refreshment purchases.