Great Malvern Priory

Local Parish Church

In Malvern

Welcome, Worship, Witness

"The Priory seeks to be a community which responds to God`s love in worship, welcomes all in the name of Jesus Christ and reaches out in the power of the Spirit"

The Great Malvern Priory started life as a Benedictine Monastery c.1075-1540 and is now a popular parish church.

The current incumbents are the Vicar of Malvern, Rev. John Barr, and his wife Rev. Dr. Mary Barr who not only offer a warm welcome to all, but provide church services with both traditional and modern elements.

With a well established choir and active groups for children and young people, this is one parish church that has something for everyone.

Whether you're local to Malvern or a visitor to the area, please call in - you'll be made very welcome!

For information on regular services and events, please visit our website.

Guided Tour

The Great Malvern Priory Website is the place to go for a guided tour. Here you can read all about the various locations within the Church including:

• The Nave
• The Crossings
• The Misericords
• The High Alter
• St Anne's Chapel
• The North Chapel
• Well Preserved Collection of Medieval Tiles
• Children's Space
• Priory Shop
• South Nave Aisle
• Bells
• Stained Glass

Children and Young People

At Great Malvern Priory, we welcome children and young people within our worshipping life and offer regular Children's Groups as well as a Junior Choir.

Parents are encouraged to help children follow the church service and there are places available within the Church should your child become unsettled.

Check out the events page on our website to see our rolling programme of events for young people including Badminton, Table Tennis, Junior Choir, Sketch Club and more!

The Priory Shop

Just inside the main entrance to the Church is our Priory Shop selling a variety of gifts, cards and books. The shop is manned by our very friendly and helpful volunteers.

Contact Details

If you wish to speak to someone at The Great Malvern Priory, our office opening hours are:

Monday: 11.00 - 12.00 hours

Tuesday: 10.00 - 1.200 hours

Wednesday to Friday: 10.00 - 13.00 hours.

Alternatively, please call us on 01684 561020 (answer phone) and we'll get back to you.

On holiday in Malvern and would like to visit a welcoming church? Then please feel free to attend any one of our Holy Communion or Evening Services - we look forward to your visit!

Please mention The Best of Malvern when you visit Great Malvern Priory