Welcome to St Denys! A Parish Church in the Heart of York
We are a friendly and growing little church tucked within the medieval walls of York on the historic street of Walmgate. Serving a rapidly changing parish in our corner of the city, we strive to be a community resource for all and are very pleased that our nearby Church Hall is one of the city’s Warm Spaces and offers year-round friendship and refreshments to those in need. St Denys is a haven of quiet in the hustle and bustle of city life, giving a warm Yorkshire welcome to all who come to visit, be it to join our worship or to gaze on our outstanding array of medieval stained glass.
We would love to extend our welcome to you on any Sunday of the year or to any of our events!
Worship Times
Holy Communion every Sunday at 10.00am
The service on the 1st Sunday of each month, except January and August, is also signed for BSL users.
Contemplative Hour Wednesday at 7.00pm
A monthly opportunity for quiet reflection in the Ignatian tradition. Next dates: 24 July; 28 August
For enquiries about Baptism, Funerals and Weddings please contact the Revd Canon Liz Hassall, priest-in-charge, York City Centre Churches: revliz@trundlebug.co.uk; 01904 635425; 07388 510894 or email the Administrator: yorkcitycentrechurches22@gmail.com
Safeguarding
St Denys Church Parish Church Council takes seriously its obligations and responsibilities to protect and safeguard the welfare of any child, young person or vulnerable adult within the church community. Our Safeguarding Policy is here. For further information, please contact our Safeguarding Officer: Simon Baverstock simon.bav@yandex.com
Events
Tea and Chat every Wednesday, 11.00am-2.30pm in the Church Hall
A friendly and welcoming get-together – all welcome!
Warm Space every Thursday, 2.00-6.00pm in the Church Hall
As one of the city’s Warm Spaces, we offer friendship and refreshments to those in need.
Talks: we have regular talks, on Monday evenings, mostly about local history topics. Details of our autumn series will be available soon.
Organ Recitals & Concerts:
We hold regular organ recitals showcasing our outstanding ‘Father’ Willis organ and host concerts by other promoters. If you are interested in using the church for a concert, please email: yorkstdenys@gmail.com.
Summer Concerts
Saturday 3 August, 4.00pm: Trio Piccorgan
The trio of two Baroque trumpet players and organist was established in Spain in 2020. Already established in Spain, Italy and Germany, they come to York on their first British tour with a programme of music by de Falla, Franck, Widor, Barber and Guilmant. Tickets: £10; u16s free – available on the door, cash or card payment.
Saturday 17 August, 12.30pm: Adam Wilson Assistant Organist, York Minster. Free admission; donations very welcome!
Saturday 31 August, 3.00pm: Bootham Baroque presents A Telemann Celebration – a varied tea-time selection of vocal and instrumental chamber music … and cake! Tickets: £10; unwaged £5; u16s free – available on the door, cash or card payment.
Deaf Community
We have a special mission to the deaf community in York with a monthly service that is fully signed (BSL). Please note that this is not available in August and in January.
Opening Times
St Denys is open Monday to Friday. Our normal open hours are 10.00am to 4.00pm, however we depend on volunteers to open and close the church and so times may differ. We welcome visitors to view our historic church or just to sit quietly in the presence of God. If it is necessary for the church to be closed we will, when possible, give details on A Church Near You www.achurchnearyou.com/church/18965. If you are planning a visit to York and would like to check whether or not the church will be open on a specific date, please email stdenyschurchyork@gmail.com.
If you would like any further information about St Denys Church and what we do, please email stdenyschurchyork@gmail.com or go to our pages on A Church Near You.