A Peaceful Church in the Heart of the Hills
St Martin’s is a small and prayerful church nestled in the wooded village of Blackheath. Built in 1893 in the style of an Italian wayside chapel and named after St Martin’s, Canterbury, the church is best known for its remarkable Pre-Raphaelite wall paintings by American artist Anna Lea Merritt (1894–95).
Re-joined with the Parish of Wonersh in 1998, St Martin’s shares its vicar and ministry team with St John’s. For more than 125 years, the church has stood at the heart of Blackheath village—offering a quiet place for prayer, worship, beauty, and community gathering.
Sunday Services at St Martin’s
1st Sunday – 9:00 am
Sung Holy Communion
2nd Sunday – 10:00 am
Service at St John’s, Wonersh
3rd Sunday – 6:00 pm
Choral Evensong
4th Sunday – 6:00 pm
Be Still with God
5th Sundays
Joint Benefice Service at St John’s, Wonersh
Every Wednesday – 9:00 am
Morning Prayer
Our services are simple, quiet, and reverent—with hymns, Scripture, and space for reflection. We also hold special seasonal services, including Harvest and Carols by Candlelight.
A Place of Welcome and Stillness
St Martin’s is more than a Sunday space. It is a sacred and much-loved part of village life. The church regularly hosts concerts, talks, and community events, and remains open each day for quiet prayer and reflection.
We are proud to support the people of Blackheath not only in worship but also in the practical rhythms of life, care, and neighbourliness.
Join the Blackheath Church Choir
Make a Joyful Sound
If you are looking for a way to deepen your spiritual life, connect with others, and enjoy the gift of music, the St Martin’s Church Choir warmly welcomes you.
We are looking for singers of all voice parts—no prior experience or audition required. Simply bring your enthusiasm, your voice, and a desire to serve.
What You’ll Find
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Joyful, uplifting worship
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A warm musical fellowship
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Opportunities to explore faith through sacred music
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Space to learn, grow, and share your voice
Rehearsals
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First Sunday of the month – 9:15am rehearsal for the 10am Sung Holy Communion
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Third Sunday of the month – 5:15pm rehearsal for the 6pm Choral Evensong
Contact: Patricia via the Church Office
📧 office@wonershchurch.org.uk
📞 01483 890266
Building & Accessibility
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Open daily: 8:00 am–6:00 pm (summer) / 8:00 am–4:00 pm (winter)
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No dedicated car park—parking available on village lanes or at the Heath car park
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Lavatory available during services (not wheelchair accessible)
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Baby changing facilities in the vestry
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Assisted wheelchair access via gravel drive or side path
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One shallow step at the entrance
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No hearing loop, but excellent natural acoustics
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Large print service sheets available
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No mobile phone reception in the building (limited signal just outside the village)
📍 Find Us
St Martin’s Church
Blackheath Lane
Blackheath
Guildford
GU4 8QT