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Epsom Deanery Calendar
Regular times of Mass and other opportunities to pray together and meet socially are shown against each community on the Parish Directory page
or you can see them listed together on the Weekly Calendar.
Below is a summary of other up-coming events across
all our communities and beyond.
9 OCT
ST CLEMENT'S SOCIAL HUB
Friday 9th October & every Friday, 2:00-4:00pm
In the Tivey Room, St Clement's Church, EWELL
A welcoming place to meet new people and enjoy relaxed conversation. Enjoy tea, coffee and biscuits, have a chat, play a board game or puzzle, bring along you own craft or colouring, or simply spend some time in a warm and friendly space. Just turn up - it's free. all welcome.
9 OCT
ST MICHAEL'S YOUTH CLUB
Friday 9th October & weekly, 6:30-8:30pm
St Michael's Hall, ASHTEAD
Friendship. Fun. Faith. Food. Meet new people, play games, share snacks and explore the Catholic faith through videos, activities and real conversations - in a safe space. Years 7 - 13 welcome. Drop in and see what it's all about.
9 OCT
IRISH NIGHT
Friday 9th October, 7:00-11:00pm
St Joseph's Church Hall, EPSOM
Join our 3rd Irish Night! There will be Dinner, Friendship, Laughter, Raffle and Live Irish Music…. To purchase tickets @ £30.00 per person, please contact Anne on 07923 961668 or St Joseph's Parish Office.
10 OCT
"Adoremus Eucharistic Festival 2026" - save the dates
Saturday 10th - Sunday 11th October
Southwark Cathedral & Westminster Cathedral
Saturday 10th October starting at St George's Cathedral, Southwark
> from 10:30am: Presentations on Eucharistic Art and Life (with information stands and refreshments)
> 12:00 noon: Mass celebrated by Archbishop John Wilson
> after Mass: keynote address by Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe OP:
"The Eucharist: Our sacrament of hope in dark times"
> 3:00pm: Eucharistic Procession from St George's to Westminster Cathedral
NOTE: a "representative group of the Church" will form the procession; there will be space to watch the start of the Procession at St George’s, to follow on-line, to watch the Procession pass points along the route and to join Benediction in the cathedral (or in the cathedral grounds, with a live sound stream).
continuing at the Cathedral of the Most Precious Blood, Westminster
> 5:00pm: Solemn Benediction , led by Bishop James Curry
> 6:00pm Holy Mass, open to all
> 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30pm Holy Hours, led by youth ministry teams from Westminster, Southwark & CYMFed
> midnight until 6:00am All Night Vigil
See: Adoremus 2026 - Catholic Bishops' Conference
10 OCT
QUIZ NIGHT
Saturday 10th October, 7:00pm
St Ann's Church Hall, BANSTEAD
Come along and join us for our very popular Parish Quiz Night!
A fun evening for all with buffet & finger food and licensed bar Bring along your friends and family and get your team together for a great night!
Tickets: £10 per person, under 18s go FREE! Tickets will be available to purchase after all weekend Masses at St Ann's.
11 OCT
ROSARY & BENEDICTION
Sunday 11th October & weekly during October, 4:00pm
St Ann's Church Hall Annexe, BANSTEAD
The month of October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary.
12 OCT
TODDLER GROUP
Monday 12th October & weekly during term time, 9:30-11:15am
St Joseph's Church Hall, ESPOM
Warm and welcoming toddler group, with tea, coffee & craft activities. Parking available.
Cost £2.50 per family (including 3 children; £1 for additional children).
Volunteers needed! Interested in helping to run the group? Speak to one of our members
12 NOV
SIMPLE LUNCH
Thursday 12th November & 2nd Thursday monthly, 12:00 noon
St John's Church Hall, TADWORTH
All are very welcome and donations appreciated.
14 OCT
FRIENDSHIP CLUB
Wednesday 14th October & 2nd Wednesday monthly, after 9:30am Mass until noon
St Ann's Church Hall Annexe, BANSTEAD
Pop in any time - feel free to bring a friend.
14 OCT
WEDNESDAY CAFE
Wednesday 14th October & weekly, 10:30am-12:30pm
St Michael's Church Hall, ASHTEAD
Everyone is welcome to enjoy a selection of teas/coffees and cakes. We support Action in Africa and CAFOD.
14 OCT
BINGO
Usually 2nd Wednesday monthly, 2:00pm
St Michael's Church Hall, ASHTEAD
Come along and have some fun. You can play the ten games for as little as £1. Free refreshments at half time. Proceeds from a 50p per ticket raffle go to 'My Time', a local children’s charity.
15 OCT
AUTUMN OPEN DOOR RETREAT IN DAILY LIFE
Thursdays [started 24th Sept.] - 26th Nov. (with half-term break), 10:00am-12:30pm
The House of Prayer, EAST MOLESEY
This is a retreat made in daily life. The sessions are experiential in nature and include prayer time, the use of scripture, music, art, poetry, reflection and sharing from the two leaders on their personal experience of prayer and life.
To know more, or book a place, please contact Caroline King on 07905 360466
15 OCT
BIBLE TIMELINE
Thursday 15th October & weekly, 7:30pm
Church of Our Lady & St Peter, LEATHERHEAD
Meetings resume after the summer break, studying the New Testament and God's plan for our salvation. All welcome.
17 OCT
ASHTEAD CHURCHES TOGETHER MEN'S BREAKFAST
Saturday 17th October, 8:00-9:30am
St George's Church of England Parish Church, ASHTEAD
We are a group of like-minded men from all the Christian churches in Ashtead, who wish to develop friendships and express their common faith beyond attending their various Sunday services. We meet monthly on Saturday mornings over a simple breakfast (normally £5). We have a diverse programme of speakers and topics to stimulate discussion, expand understanding, and deepen our faith... something for everyone!
All ages, backgrounds, shapes and interests are welcome - neighbours and friends, as well as regular churchgoers. This month's speaker: Rev. Matt Regan, Curate of St Giles' & St George's Parish.
For more details & a full programme, see Ashtead Churches Men's Group
17 OCT
​MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS TRAINING
Saturday 17th October, 10:00am - 3:00pm
St Philip Howard Centre, CRAWLEY
Thanks to the support of Mental Health England, we are able to offer this training significantly subsidised. It will explore the realities, symptoms and impact of living with these many debilitating conditions. Please contact Deacon Simon South, Marriage and Family Life Adviser if you have any questions: simon.south@abdiocese.org.uk.
Cost £40. To book your place, go to: https://abdiocese.churchsuite.com/events/ds4uxb6r
17 OCT
BEREAVEMENT CAFE
Saturday 17th October & monthly, 11:00am
St John's Church Hall, TADWORTH
22 OCT
PARISH YOUTH GROUP
Thursday 22nd October & fortnightly 6:00pm
St Joseph's Church Hall, DORKING
Young people in school years 6-11 are welcome. Registration will take place and, among other things, supper will be provided. Further details available via sj.youth.dorking@gmail.com
23 OCT
​A&B DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO WALSINGHAM
CANCELLED THIS YEAR
26 OCT
BEREAVEMENT CAFE
26th October & last Monday monthly, after 10:00am Mass
In the Chatterton Room, St Joseph's Church, EPSOM
28 OCT
LIFE AND LOSS CAFE (BEREAVEMENT CAFE)
Wednesday 28th October & last Wednesday monthly, 12:45-1:45pm
St Michael's Church Hall, ASHTEAD
3 NOV
NEW "FIRST TUESDAY GROUP"
GROWING IN FAITH AND FRIENDSHIP
Tuesday 3rd November & first Tuesday monthly, 7:00pm
In the hall, St Michael's Church, ASHTEAD.
A regular opportunity for anyone and everyone to come together and deepen both friendships and faith. We'll begin with a social time, move into faith refection and end with prayer. At the next meeting, we’ll reflect on ... (details to follow)
3 NOV
DISCUSSION GROUP
Tuesday 3rd November, 7:30pm [TBC]
Chatterton Room, St Joseph's Church, EPSOM
The Discussion Group is intended to assist us when we are challenged about our faith. The next topic will be ... (details to follow)
For further information or to suggest future topics please contact: chris@thetimminsfamily.co.uk
4 NOV
ST TERESA'S KNITTING CLUB
Wednesday 4th November & first Wednesday monthly, 2:00-4:00pm
St Ann's Church Hall Annexe, BANSTEAD
All welcome.
31 OCT
FAMILY FAITH FORMATION
Saturday 31st October & last Saturday monthly, 3:00-5:00pm
In the hall, St Joseph's Church, EPSOM
A new group for mums, dads and their children, ideal for families with children of any age group, up to the end of primary school. Join us for an afternoon of faith-sharing through stories, food, prayer and creative play. All welcome.
6 NOV
FIRST FRIDAY LUNCH
Friday 6th November, 12:30pm
St Joseph's Church Hall, DORKING
Although there will not be Mass at St Joseph's on 2nd October, the first Friday lunch will be available. Everyone is welcome to attend a light lunch, which will be provided. Donations towards cost are greatly appreciated.
7 NOV
YOUNG ADULTS' RETREAT DAY
Saturday 7th November, 10:00am-6:30pm
St Richard's, CHICHESTER
Part of our Young Adult Retreat series: "You also are my witnesses, because you have been with me" (Jn 15:27). Pope Leo XIV's message for the 40th World Youth Day. Young Adults (18-35) from across the UK are invited to join the Youth team from Arundel and Brighton Diocese for a retreat day that will focus on the following extract from John's Gospel: "To bear witness to the light, that all might believe through him" (Jn 1:7). Join us and guest speakers for a powerful one-day retreat — a sacred opportunity to encounter Jesus. Come as you are, bringing your fears, joys, struggles and hopes before Him in an atmosphere of prayer, worship, and openness. A jam-packed day of prayer, formation, friendship, and fun as together, we will seek hearts open to His healing presence, trusting that Jesus desires to bring freedom, restoration, and transformation to our lives. As we encounter Him, we pray to discover true peace within ourselves, to become peacemakers in the world around us, and to be renewed with an apostolic fire burning brightly within our hearts. Lunch and refreshments are included in the ticket price. Participants are very welcome to stay on for social time at a local pub afterwards.
Tickets start from £20pp. To find out more, go to:
https://abdiocese.churchsuite.com/events/finkvrb9
20 NOV
PARISH DAY OF RECOLLECTION, St Joseph's, Epsom
Friday 20th November, 10:00am-6:30pm
Franciscan Centre, LADYWELL
We are planning a Parish Day of Recollection in a picturesque, peaceful setting near Godalming. A full programme is being prepared in co-operation with the Team at Ladywell, but it will be based on 2026 marking the 800th Anniversary of the death of Saint Francis of Assisi. We expect the day to include Mass, talks, discussions and time for quiet reflection.
Cost for the day £35, which includes a two-course lunch and coffee and tea throughout the day. NOTE: non-refundable 30% deposit (£10.50) payable on booking; balance (£24.50) to be collected before October 20th.
We have booked a coach from St Joseph's church (depart 08:45, return ~17:15) - depending on numbers, the cost of the coach is expected to be in the region of £15.
To join us, please contact Jenny & John Mortimer: jennyandjohnm@netscape.net
22 NOV
CHORAL CONCERT IN MEMORY OF FR STEPHEN ORTIGER OSB
Sunday 22nd November, 7:15pm
WORTH ABBEY
Hosted by Worth Society, a very special musical event at Worth Abbey in honour of the third Abbot of Worth, Fr Stephen Ortiger OSB. The programme will include the première of Julian Gairdner’s new work, Abbatial Requiem, alongside a selection of other choral pieces performed by Vox Cordis and the Worthian Singers. This concert brings together musicians, alumni, friends of the Abbey, and members of the wider Worth community to celebrate Fr Stephen’s memory through the beauty of sacred music. Net proceeds will be shared by The Fr Stephen Ortiger Bursary Fund and The Catholic Diocese of Arundel & Brighton Lourdes Pilgrimage.
Tickets: £16.50, including complimentary interval refreshments. Please go to: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/abbatialrequiemconcert/2064698
30 NOV
PARISH MISSION
Monday 30th November - Wednesday 2nd December, 7:00-8:30pm
St Ann's Church, BANSTEAD
Three nights, led by Fr Royston, from the Redemptorist Monastery in South London. Fr Royston is the Missions Coordinator for his province, organising the Parish Mission apostolate and preaching around 20 missions a year. He is also the Vocations Director for the Redemptorists in the UK, helping young men discern the call of God. More details to follow ...
19 DEC
PARISH VISIT: THE NATIVITY JOURNEY AT WINTERSHALL
Saturday 19th December, 1:00pm performance
St Joseph's, EPSOM
We are planning a parish visit to The Nativity at Wintershall for the one o’clock performance on Saturday, 19 December, 2026. The performance lasts about 90 minutes. Wintershall is a country estate near Guildford, renowned for staging re-enactments from the life of Jesus Christ. The Nativity Journey is the perfect festive event for kids, parents and grandparents.
Admission charges: Adult £35, Child £18, Family (two adults + two children) £98
Note: if we have a group booking over 30, we will be offered a 10% discount.
TRAVEL: You are free to make you own way to & from Wintershall, but we have booked a coach, to depart from St Joseph's, Epsom @ 11:30am, with return departing 3:00pm.
Cost of coach: adults £20, under 18s £10
BOOKING: This performance will be in very high demand,so,if you plan to join us,we must hear from you by October 31st,at which point we will ask you for a 50% deposit. We will collect the balance later, when requested by Wintershall. To book and/or ask any questions, please email: jennyandjohnm@netscape.net
23 JAN, 2027
YOUNG ADULTS' RETREAT DAY
Saturday 23rd January 2027, 10:00am-6:00pm
ARUNDEL CATHEDRAL
Part of our Young Adult Retreat series: "You also are my witnesses, because you have been with me" (Jn 15:27). Pope Leo XIV's message for the 40th World Youth Day. Young Adults (18-35) from across the UK are invited to join the Youth team from Arundel and Brighton Diocese for a retreat day that will focus on the theme of Hope: "So do not be discouraged: like the saints, you too are called to persevere with hope, especially in the face of difficulties and obstacles." Pope Leo XIV's message for the 40th World Youth Day. Join us and guest speakers for a powerful one-day retreat — a sacred opportunity to encounter Jesus. Come as you are, bringing your fears, joys, struggles and hopes before Him in an atmosphere of prayer, worship, and openness. A jam-packed day of prayer, formation, friendship, and fun as together, we will seek hearts open to His healing presence, trusting that Jesus desires to bring freedom, restoration, and transformation to our lives. As we encounter Him, we pray to discover true peace within ourselves, to become peacemakers in the world around us, and to be renewed with an apostolic fire burning brightly within our hearts. Lunch and refreshments are included in the ticket price. Participants are very welcome to join the Parish Mass at 5pm, with social time at a local pub to follow.
Tickets start from £20pp. To book your place or find out more, go to:
https://abdiocese.churchsuite.com/events/uqcr6ewr
6 MAR, 2027
"CYMFed Flame Congress 2027"
Saturday 6th March, 2027
OVO Arena, WEMBLEY
Join the Diocese Youth Team at the largest Catholic Youth event in England & Wales, designed for young people aged 14+ to share their faith.
For information about The Catholic Youth Ministry Federation, go to: https://cymfed.org.uk/
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