St Leonard's South Stoke

Tucked away in a bend in the River Arun, close to the Arun Valley railway, is the tiny hamlet of South Stoke. Overlooking the river is the parish church. Built in the 11th century, this tiny flint church has been a sacred place for almost a thousand years.

For much of its history St Leonard's stood on its own as a parish church, celebrating the sacraments and preaching the gospel to nearby farm workers and their families. Since the 1920s, however, the parish has been joined with the neighbouring parish of Arundel.

There are regular services held at the church throughout the year. Only, make sure you wrap up in winter, as apart from the dozens of candles lighting the church, there's not much in the way of heating.

St Leonard's is always open to visitors. Admittedly, it is off the beaten track, and yet, those who are prepared to make the effort, won't be disappointed.

Regular Sunday Services

9.00am Holy Communion
Second Sunday of the month only

3.00pm Evensong
Fourth Sunday of the month only

List of all services this week

 

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    We rely entirely on the generosity of our friends and visitors to keep St Leonard's open. You may give a one-off gift online via Parish Giving:

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  • Regular Giving

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Ride & Stride 2025

Fr Tim and Paul Wilkinson are taking part in Sussex Historic Churches annual Ride and Stride, supporting St Nicholas' church Arundel, St Leonard's church South Stoke and historic churches across Sussex.

Setting off from the ancient church of St Mary's Pulborough, they will visit several historic churches as they make their way back to Arundel.

Half the money raised will go to Sussex Historic Churches Trust and the other half will support both St Nicholas' and St Leonard's.

You can sponsor them online by using the link below or contact the Parish Office.

Limited Edition Print of St Leonard's

Local artist, Neil Holland, has generously made available 15 limited edition prints of St. Leonard’s Church to raise money for the church's Fabric Fund.
The prints are mounted but unframed and signed and numbered by the artist. The dimensions are: Print : 20cm x 30cm, With Mount : 30cm x 40cm.
You can place an order online or by contacting the Parish Office.
Please note that this item is only available for collection from the Parish Office.