Welcome to St Nicholas, Wells-next-the-Sea
Residents, visitors, newcomers, families, and of course, dogs, are all warmly invited to join us. We aim to be a church where the love of Jesus unites and inspires us as we seek to deepen our faith and serve our community.
Our regular Sunday services take place at 11.00am and each Wednesday we worship with our Methodist friends at 10.30am. Details of all services are below.
The church is open throughout the week for quiet reflection, private prayer or simply to explore our rich history and recent restoration.
We’re proud to be part of a vibrant community here in Wells-next-the-Sea, working together with other local churches in our Benefice of Holkham, Warham, Wells and Wighton and through Churches Together in Wells and District. You can find out more about our sister churches here.
For enquiries regarding baptisms, weddings or funerals you can contact Rev Sharon Plant, rev.sharonplant@gmail.com, 07983 674341
Service times
Sunday 23rd August
9.30am Holy Communion, All Saints, Wighton
11.00am Holy Communion, St Nicholas, Wells
6.30pm Celtic Worship, St Nicholas, Wells
Sunday 30th August
11.00am Benefice Service, All Saints, Wighton
6.30pm Evening Prayer, St Nicholas, Wells
Every Wednesday
10.30am Prayer and Praise, Methodist Church Theatre Road, Wells (no services during August)
Church opening times
Our church buildings are open for visitors and private prayer, dogs are welcome.
- St Nicholas, Wells-next-the-Sea: 10.00am-6.00pm daily (10.00am – 4.00pm November – March)
- Warham All Saints & St Mary Magdalene: 10.00am-6.00pm daily (10.00am – 4.00pm November – March)
- Holkham St Withburga: 10.00am – 6.00m daily (10.00am – 4.00pm November – March)
- Wighton All Saints: 10.00am – 6.00pm daily (10.00am – 4.00pm November – March)
Summer events
Every Wednesday during the summer months we have a variety of concerts and events in the church. The full programme can be found here
Saturday Social
Our next Saturday Social is 12th September at 10.00am.
Everyone’s welcome to join us for and tea & coffee and bacon sandwiches, along with activities for all ages to enjoy!
Restoration update
The church restoration project was finished in mid 2025 and we are now turning our attention to refurbishing the organ.
Huge thanks to everyone who contributed to the project in any way, not least the Heritage Lottery players who enabled us to receive such a substantial grant.
Have a look around St Nicholas by using the virtual tour below, and we look forward to seeing you in person. When you visit you will notice a few changes since this was done. Enjoy!
The parish of Wells-next-the-Sea: St Nicholas is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Norwich’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.