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The church is a beautiful, peaceful building well worth a visit. It is open daily; visitors are particularly welcome on Sunday afternoons in summer when refreshments are served (teas are also available by arrangement at other times - see contact page). The church is a popular venue for special services such as baptims, weddings and funerals. There is a thriving social programme. You are invited to join the Friends of St. Margaret's to receive details of these, and to support the church even if you do not wish to worship there.

The church is one of the oldest in Essex, dating from the twelfth century. It has had very little alteration, with no Victorian additions, no Lady Chapel or side chapels.

The church is now part of a wider benefice including the ancient Saxon church of Greensted. It is only a short distance from Greensted - if you are visiting or in the area, why not take in a visit to Stanford Rivers as well?

Services (Book of Common Prayer):
1st Sunday of month: Evensong at 6.30.

2nd Sunday:
Holy Communion at 11.15 followed by coffee

4th Sunday:
Children's Church at 10.15.
Holy Communion at 11.15.

5th Sunday:
United Benefice service.

The Flower Festival this year will take place on 8th and 9th May, with a preview evening on 7th May. There will be a short recital at the preview by two singers from English National opera.

This year's AGM will be on April 11th following the 11.15 service. Why not come along and contribute to the planning for the year ahead?