Welcome to the home page of Denby Church,one of the oldest churches in England with a history going back to 1135.
How to Contact UsTo contact the parish office ring 01332 880284 or send an email to groupadmin@denbychurch.org.ukFor general information, emailinfo@denbychurch.org.uk SafeguardingIf you have any safeguarding concerns, please contact our Parish Safeguarding Officer by email: safeguarding@denbychurch.co.ukFor further information, see our page on safeguarding Denby Group of ChurchesSt Mary's at Denby is one of the churches in theDenby Group of Churches together with St James', Codnor; St Luke's, Loscoe; St Clement's, Horsley and St Susanna's, Horsley Woodhouse
Churchyard Regulations There are Churchyard Regulations governing what can, and cannot, be placed on or near graves in the churchyard. An extract of the regulations is available in the church porch for you to read. If you require a full copy of the regulations, which includes the requirements for headstones, please email info@denbychurch.org.uk
Currently two services are being held each month in church - normally on the 1st and 3rd Sundays in each month - see the full list of services for the next few months here.The Church of England website has a selection of daily worship and prayers.Replacement of the Church Heating SystemAfter six weeks of installation work by a team of electricians, the new heating system has been installed. We are now waiting for the electricity meter to be upgraded, after which the new heaters can be tested and commissioned.Donations to the fund can continue to be made using the QR code which will help to fund the improvement of the new area in the north aisle to make it more comfortable for meetings and other events.Patronal Festival 7th & 8th September 2024The annual Festival celebrating St Mary the Virgin will take place on Saturday 7th September and Sunday 8th September.The church will be open on Saturday 7th September from 10.00 am to 4.00pm. The church will be decorated and light refreshments will be available.