St Mary on the Quay Catholic Church — Local services in Bristol

Liturgy of the Word was very clear, the Father even gave a prologue of the readings after Gloria. Short but concise sermon with both an explanation of the readings and what the Catechism teaches about the readings and how they apply to our lives as Christians.

Liturgy of the Eucharist was very solemn esp the Consecration, despite having no altar boys around to assist.

English was standard without strong accents and spoken at good modulation and pacing, resulting in a crisp understanding.

Choir was well conducted, pianist was superb. Most members were looking like fellow Filipinos.

Quite a number of attendees - bigger than what I initially expected.

Heating was good and balanced. Overall excellent visit for someone new to Bristol and it is also my first Catholic mass...

Absolutely stunning church with beautiful sanctuary and side alters...and is open during the day for prayer which is rare to find nowadays. I was lucky enough to be there when the organist was practicing.

There's something truly incredible about reading the psalms while the organ plays in the background. My only gripe is that the radiators under the pews make kneeling very awkward if you're on the tall side however the pews either side of the church don't have them underneath which is grand.

I look forward to visiting this church more...

Located close to the buzzing City Centre, stone away from Bristol Hippodrome and other closeby beautiful places. Built in 1840 initially as a chapel. This old church is a very nice place to visit. Wonderful memories with friends from this church. We often go here on Sundays even if it was a lot further from other Catholic Churches from home. Can also have small functions at the side of the church and does help...