Welcome
The Southampton District of the Methodist Church covers most of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, extends to Dorset and Somerset in the West and up into Berkshire and south Oxfordshire. We have over 80 ministers serving over 200 churches, ranging from small rural communities to large urban conurbations, from coastal towns to major cities to the delights of the New Forest.
Our District Chair is Revd Rachel Bending and you can contact her PA, Sarah Pothecary here
Latest News
Egg-cellent fun at Compass’s Easter event
by Tizz Tizzard, 16th April 2026
The free event, organised by the Compass Project Portsmouth, saw more than 20 shops/ businesses in Copnor Road hiding Easter egg pictures in their windows for people to find. The children taking part…
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Journeying Together Towards Easter
by Tizz Tizzard, 15th April 2026
Many of us will have spent these weeks in prayer, reflection, and perhaps giving a little more time to God in the midst of our everyday routines. Life can be busy, and as women we often find…
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District youth consider their influence
by Sarah Pothecary, 24th March 2026
District youth consider their influenceAround 20 young people from across the Southampton District joined together for a creative and engaging youth event last month.The event, at Bemerton Methodist…
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Caring for our planet
18th April 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
A new event focussed on caring for our planet, hosted by the Winchester, Eastleigh & Romsey circuit in April 2026. All are welcome!Updates will be posted on the website…
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Lay Employees Gathering - 21st May
21st May 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
What Are the Hallmarks of an Effective Team?An online gathering for lay employees across the Channel Islands & Southampton DistrictsWhat makes a team not only function well, but flourish? How do we…
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The Channel Islands and Southampton District’s Lay Employees Gathering
21st May 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Back by popular demand! The Channel Islands and Southampton District’s Lay Employees Gathering. This is a hybrid event taking place at a number of venues across the Districts on the 21st May.If you…
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