The Mad March Quiz at St James’ Church Barn
Join the Friends of St James for a quiz and supper night designed to bring the people of Biddenham together.
Category News
St James’s Church ‘very well maintained’
Every 5 years, St James’s is reviewed by the Diocesan Architect. In his survey this year he made very rewarding comments.
Letter from the Vicar – Dec ’25
The Lord is indeed the good shepherd. He is with us in the darkest valleys. He cares for us when we are in danger;
Celebrating 25 years of Bedford Christmas Tree Festival
Come and see 70 trees decorated with the theme of ‘Christmas Past, Present & Future’ at St Paul’s Church, Bedford.
Remembrance Sunday 2025
Sunday 9th November was a lovely autumnal day and there was an excellent turnout for the Remembrance Day service at Biddenham War Memorial.
Join us for a Festive Christmas Sale!
Get into the holiday spirit on Sunday, December 7th at St. James’s Barn.
Letter from the Vicar – Nov ’25
Finding spiritual renewal through creativity and stillness to replenish the inner light needed to serve others and endure life's burdens.
Sing! Heart and Music choir perform in St James’s Church
On Saturday 11th October we are very fortunate to have the lively and entertaining choir Heart and Music perform for us in St James’s church.
Letter from St James’s – Forgiveness
The transformative power of unconditional forgiveness, modelled by Christ’s sacrifice, as a practical necessity for healing communities and maintaining a civilized society.
20th birthday of the Friends of St James
We're 20 years old on the 4th August!
Join us for a Summer Barbecue – 26th July
We’re pleased to invite you to a relaxed summer barbecue in the churchyard on Friday 26th July, starting at 5.30pm. It’s a chance to enjoy some good food, friendly company, and (we hope) some sunshine, all in the familiar setting of St James’s.
Help us restore the Boteler Monument
The Boteler monument in St James’s Church, a historic witness to Biddenham, urgently needs specialist restoration. Funds are being raised to preserve its stonework and honor the 15th-century Boteler family’s legacy in the village and church.