Taunton Minster, St Mary Magdalene church — Attraction in England

This is a lovely old church, that has been at the heart of the town for a millennium. Recently given the title of Minster to reflect its importance.

I've been before for a number of musical events, but on this occasion, it was to see the Gaia exhibition. I had missed the Moon exhibition previously, so was really keen not to miss this one.

It didn't disappoint! The appearance of the globe in the middle of the church is quite stunning. You easily imagine how the astronauts felt as they looked down upon the "good Earth" from so far away.

I actually found it a bit surprising that so many people didn't recognise the land masses. The cloud formations obscure quite a few coastlines, but even so, I thought that there was sufficient to allow people to identify continents, if not countries.

I was particularly pleased to see some young children at the exhibition. This is their world too.

As part of the event, they have a small display to promote local conservation efforts. It's worth checking out, as different groups are working hard with little publicity and they deserve a bit more credit.

It's also worth pointing out that there is a Peregrine Falcon nest on the roof of the church, and the eggs hatched in the last few days. A live camera feed to a screen in the corner of the church allows you to watch without disturbing them. It's...

Walking into St Mary's for the first time, I had no idea how much it would change my life. I was searching for something—peace, purpose, maybe even a sense of belonging. What I found was a community filled with love, kindness, and faith that truly transformed my perspective on life.

From the moment I stepped through the doors, I was welcomed with open arms. The warmth and sincerity of the congregation made me feel like I had finally found a place where I belonged. The messages shared each Sunday weren’t just words; they were powerful reminders of hope, grace, and the unwavering love of God.

One of the most impactful moments for me was a personal experience— when the priest really made me think about my life and changed my life. It opened my heart in ways I never expected and made me realise that faith isn’t just about belief—it’s about action, love, and trust in something greater than ourselves.

Through the friendships I’ve built, the lessons I’ve learned, and the encouragement I’ve received, St Mary's has become more than just a church to me—it’s a second home. If you’re searching for a place where you can grow, heal, and be uplifted, I encourage you to visit. It might just change your life the way it...

Visited here today during a trip to Taunton. Extremely welcoming without being overbearing lady greeted us and gave us a brief overview of the building. No pressure to donated upon entry. Coffee area and small gift shop inside the church. Stunning stained glass windows with wonderful detail. The wooden ceiling with angels each holding a different shield was a beautiful piece of art work in its own right. We were then invited to view via remote video link peregrine’s who were sitting on four eggs in a nest on top of the tower!..overall well worth a visit. Disability access throughout and disabled toilets / gender neutral toilet available. Parking could be in a public car park close to the church but this is quite small so I expect would fill up quickly so other public car park/s might need to be used. Pleasing grounds which are well kept around...