Welcome to the website for St Agnes Church in Cawston, Norfolk. This large 14th century church lies at the centre of the village. The bell tower rises 120 feet (55 metres) and is visible for miles around.

St Agnes attracts many visitors each year with its fine hammer beam roof, decorated with carved angels, and a 15th century painted rood screen. Please come and join our regular worship (see calendar opposite) or just to marvel at this fine historic church.

Latest News and Updates

Church Building Repairs

St Agnes Church, Cawston is usually open for visitors every day, however whilst essential maintenance work is being undertaken access may be limited to ensure the safety of workmen and visitors.

The building is liable to be closed at any time without notice. read more » »

Cawston Organ Restoration – Videos

Now the organ is back in St Agnes it’s time to see how the instrument was dismantled and re-assembled in Church.

Take a look at the time-lapse video of these tricky tasks. read more » »

Confirmation with Baptism on 21st February

A Confirmation with Baptism will be taking place on Sunday 21st February.

The service will take place at 10am (rather than 10:30am) in Cawston VC Primary School. The Rt Revd James Langstaff, Bishop of Lynn will be in attendance.

Cawston Organ Restoration

The historic organ in St Agnes Church underwent major repairs and renovation during 2008 and 2009.   The Choir and Organ Magazine published an extensive article about the restoration.

Copies of the article are available to download from this site. read more » »

Services in Cawston Primary School

During the winter months the regular Sunday services have been moved to Cawston VC Primary School.  Services in January, February and March 2010 will take place in the school. read more » »