Shriving Service
Our Shriving service this year is on Tuesday 17th February at 12:15pm, following the end of the Pancake Race. The racers will be there, having run to the church, and everyone is warmly welcomed!
Ash Wednesday
This year Ash Wednesday – marking the start of Lent – is February 18th. Our special services, with Holy Communion and ashing, will be at 10:00am and 7:00pm
Church Redecoration
We’re redecorating! The church bulding will be closed from Monday 19th January to Saturday 14th February while ceilings are repainted – but services and groups are continuing!
Olney Pancake Race
Tuesday 17th February 2026
Shrove Tuesday brings the famous Olney Pancake Race, followed by the annual Shriving Service in the church!
Christmas Tree Festival 2025
Our Christmas Tree Festival is over for another year, and the winning tree has been announced!
Dickens Winter Warmer 2025
Cooked breakfasts, soup lunches, hot drinks and cakes will be on offer in the Church Hall on Olney’s “Dickens of a Christmas” day – Sunday 7th December.