The Parish of St. Nicholas Hardenhuish - The Church on the Hill

 

The Acting Bishop of Bristol is delighted to announce

that the Revd Andrew Gilmour

has been appointed to be the next Rector of the Greenways Benefice in Chippenham.

We are very grateful that God has called Andrew to this role, and that he will bring his considerable gifts and wisdom
to serving the churches and communities across the town.

 

 

Andrew Gilmour Licensed as Rector of Greenways Benefice

The Diocese of Bristol is pleased to share that The Revd Andrew Gilmour has been licensed as Rector of the Greenways Benefice. 

Revd Andrew was licensed by the Rt Revd Neil Warwick, Acting Bishop of Bristol and Bishop of Swindon, at St Paul’s, Chippenham, on Thursday 11 December 2025

Andrew says:-
"I am grateful to God for the opportunity to come and join in with the good things happening in Chippenham. I’m excited to step into the role of Rector of Greenways Benefice, and as a first-time incumbent I’m also feeling a fair few nerves! The lay leaders and church members have done a fantastic job during the vacancy and I’m really looking forward to praying with them as we begin to seek the Lord and see what he has in store for Greenways. I’m excited to make lots of new friends in the church, town and diocese!"

 

 


 

Please remember …

Our churchyard is a lovely, peaceful place, despite its proximity to the road.
Many people come to tend the graves of those they have loved and lost, and spend a few moments remembering them.
Sadly, recent visitors have been distressed to find the area being inappropriately used by someone exercising a dog.
We welcome everyone to come and visit the churchyard, but please remember that for many it is the last resting place of someone they loved, and they regard it as a sacred space.
 

 

 

If you would like to help with floral decorations for St. Nicholas please see Mary Clarke