Upcoming Events
These are our special one‑off events. There’s always much more happening in the life of St John’s throughout the week, and you can find all our regular services and activities on the church calendar.
Wessex Baroque Collective Concert
Continuing Voices
A captivating programme of Baroque music by female composers, paired with striking new works for period instruments.
Wessex Baroque Collective and soprano Angela Hicks presents a compelling programme celebrating the music of women across the centuries. Featuring works by Baroque composers Francesca Caccini, Barbara Strozzi, Élisabeth Jacquet de La Guerre and Isabella Leonarda, alongside newly commissioned pieces for period instruments, this concert brings past and present into vivid dialogue.
Blending voice, violin, cello, lute and harpsichord, the ensemble offers an intimate and engaging performance, enriched by spoken insights that bring the music to life. From expressive cantatas to bold contemporary reimaginings, the programme explores themes of resilience, identity and creativity, highlighting the enduring relevance of women’s voices in music.
A distinctive and thought-provoking concert experience, suitable for a wide range of audiences.
Please note: this programme includes material exploring themes of baby loss and grief.
tickets can be purchased by visiting: https://www.ticketsource.com/ancient-music-promotions/wessex-baroque-collective/2026-08-31/13:00/t-rzqddyg
SUMMER FETE at St John's Studley
Join us for the St John's Church Summer Fête — a fun, family‑friendly afternoon to bring the whole community together and raise vital funds for the church.
There'll be a tasty barbecue, along with tea, coffee and biscuits served in the kitchen. Enjoy browsing our lovely range of stalls, including cakes, plants, tombola, raffle, jams & chutneys, children's books, jewellery and crafts.
We'll also have children's activities to keep little ones entertained — with more details to be confirmed soon.
Come along, bring your friends and family, and enjoy a relaxed summer afternoon while supporting the work and ministry of St John's.
