About St. Augustine's
St Augustine’s is the parish church for North Town, a worshipping community that has served Aldershot since the 1880s. Rooted in the Anglo‑Catholic tradition of the Church of England, our mission is “to bring people to a personal love and knowledge of Jesus Christ through our sacramental life and daily witness.”
Our Story
From tin mission to Hampshire treasure
- 1880 – The beginning: A small corrugated‑iron mission church opened on North Lane to meet the spiritual needs of the rapidly growing hamlet of North Town.
- 1907 – A permanent home: Thanks to local fundraising and the vision of renowned architect Sir Thomas Jackson RA, today’s St Augustine’s was dedicated on All Saints’ Day (1 November). The spacious timber‑framed nave, flooded with natural light, could seat 300 worshippers and quickly became a landmark for the new suburb.
- 1964 – Completion scheme: A modern sanctuary, vestries and the striking round east window by stained‑glass artist Margaret Traherne were added, creating the harmonious blend of Edwardian and contemporary design you see today.
- Today: Described by locals as “a Hampshire treasure,” St Augustine’s continues to serve as a place of prayer, celebration and refuge for people of every age and background.
What We Believe
St Augustine’s stands joyfully within the Anglo‑Catholic (or “catholic”) stream of Anglicanism:
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Pillar of Faith |
What it means here |
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Sacramental Life |
The Mass (Eucharist) is the heart of our worship; every Sunday at 10 am we gather to meet Christ in Word and Sacrament. |
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Historic Ministry |
We cherish the threefold order of bishop, priest and deacon handed down through the ages. |
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Catholic Unity |
We pray for deeper communion between the Church of England and the wider Western Church. |
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Forward in Faith & The Society |
As a parish registered with Forward in Faith, we receive pastoral and sacramental oversight that enables those who hold traditional views on holy orders to flourish while remaining fully committed to the Church of England’s mission. |
In simple terms, we try to be “fully Catholic and fully Anglican,” combining reverent liturgy with warm hospitality and down‑to‑earth service.
Life Together
- Worship & Prayer – Sung Mass every Sunday at 10 am; quiet mid‑week Mass on Wednesdays; seasonal devotions, rosary and Benediction.
- Community Hall – Our large on‑site hall (opened 1914) hosts exercise classes, toddler groups, social clubs and fundraising events, embodying our commitment to the whole person—body, mind and spirit.
- Pastoral Care – Baptisms, weddings and funerals are offered to parishioners and military personnel alike; clergy and lay visitors provide home Communions and friendship to the housebound.
- Outreach & Partnerships – Food‑bank collections, support for the homeless, fundraising for Aldershot charities and participation in diocesan initiatives help us live out Christ’s call to serve.
- Safeguarding – We follow the House of Bishops’ policies to ensure St Augustine’s remains a safe place for children, young people and adults.
A Place for You
Whether you are exploring faith for the first time, returning after some years away, or seeking a church that cherishes sacramental worship, you are most welcome at St Augustine’s. Come as you are—there is room for you in the pews, at the altar rail, and in our community life beyond Sunday.
“We have no strangers here—only friends we have yet to meet.”
Visit Us
St Augustine’s Church
Holly Road, North Town, Aldershot GU12 4SE
Sung Mass · Sundays 10 am | www.staugustine‑aldershot.org.uk
We look forward to greeting you with the peace of Christ and a cup of coffee afterwards!