Mass times this week
Regular weekly timetable
Mon
- –
Tue
- 10:00
Wed
- –
Thu
- 10:00
Fri
- –
Sat
- 09:30
Sun
- 10:00
Weekdays Check current parish newsletter for variations
Services with timing to confirm
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Parish schedules can change on holy days of obligation.
What the parish's page says
Please note that there can be variations to the general timetable below so please check the Newsletter. ... 10.00am Sunday Bridport Mass Tuesday 10.00am Bridport Mass Wednesday 10.00am Beaminster Mass Thursday 10.00am Bridport Mass Friday 10.00am Chideock Mass Saturday 9.30am Bridport Mass
Access, Parking & Facilities
- Wheelchair access
- Available
Wykes Court Car Park, Rax Lane.
Assistance dogs welcome.
Information sources
About St. Mary and St. Catherine's Church, Bridport
St. Mary and St. Catherine's Church, Bridport is a Roman Catholic church in Bridport, Dorset. It is part of the Diocese of Plymouth.
Introduction
The foundation stone of the first Catholic Church in Bridport was laid in September 1845 and dedicated to Saint Mary and Saint Catherine. The church was built by William Fry from a copy of a small church at Penton Mewsey, and the first Mass was said on 1st July 1846. The building served the community until replaced in 1978 by the current church, which was extended in 2016.
History
Fr John Ryan originated the chapel at Bridport, with the foundation stone laid on 8th September 1845. Fr John Ryan served from Chideock from 1846 to 1848. Fr Edward Kenny from Prior Park served from 1848 to 1849. Fr Patrick Cass served from 1854 to 1857. Fr Remigius Debbaudt served from 1864 to 1898.
Music and liturgy
The choir often sings parts in harmony, particularly for the psalm and choral set pieces during communion. The choir joins other churches in Bridport for ecumenical services such as Taizé sung prayer, Christmas carol concerts and World Day of Prayer. The choir has sung for residents at Sydney Gale house and at Peelers Court.
Sources for this profile
- History of our Parish Churches – Bridport CatholicsRetrieved 24 September 2026
- Parish Choir – Bridport CatholicsRetrieved 6 September 2026
Clergy
- Priest Fr. Colin Groombridge
- Deacon Rev. Mark Brown (Deacon)
Find St. Mary and St. Catherine's Church, Bridport
Map location for St. Mary and St. Catherine's Church, Bridport
36 Victoria Grove, Bridport, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3AD