St. George’s Church — Attraction in England

A church used as a musical venue. Good acoustics but visually difficult as no stage or raised dias to see the musicians. Chairs are placed in straight lines and not staggered or curved to provide a better view and the balcony supporting posts can get in the way. The upper balcony uses pews and is cramped with not a lot of room to move. Small WC's so crowded at interval times and access is out, along a path and back in again down the stairs or use the lift. The front of the building and path to the WC's is unlit and areas are uneven particularly in the front of the building where different levels and surfaces could cause difficulty for those lrss able on their feet. Set in a residential area so concerts finish early. Parking difficult but paying spaces can usually be found 5-10 minutes away along the seafront to the south of the venue. A quirky venue but if your favourite musicians or bands are playing the venue isn't going to add to...

Silver Sounds Senior Samba Band practice here every Tuesday. We love playing in beautiful St G's and Sandro who's running the cafe has a delicious selection of savouries and pastries plus a good choice refreshments. Some of us come especially early for practice so we can enjoy a bite to eat!! All COVID-19 rules and regs are in operation. Do pop in if you're passing that way. There's also a nice...

Pop here during the week to go to the café for lunch. It's amazing all the food is cooked in house (including the bread for the sandwiches). It is open between 09:30 and 15:30 which allows you to see the wonderful interior of the church.

I've not experienced a concert but believe that they will start up again soon and imagine they are brilliant as the acoustics...