Anniversary Weekend

Big plans are in place to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Shildon Methodist Church building, with a celebratory weekend from 9 to 11 October 2026.

There will be a Flower Festival, Lego Event, Celebratory Worship and a church display of people and events over the last 50 years. 

Timetable for the Weekend (subject to change)

Thursday, 8 October – 7.00pm to 9.00pm

There will be special Preview Evening of the Golden Years Flower Festival with non-alcoholic wine and nibbles. Our local MP, Sam Rushworth, has accepted an invitation to be our special guest and open the event. Businesses and individuals who have sponsored the weekend and/or flower displays will be invited to come along free of charge. There will be a limited number of tickets for sale at a cost of £5.00 for others who wish to come along. More information will be made available nearer the time.

Friday, 9 October – 10.00am to 4.00pm

The Golden Years Flower Festival will be open to everyone. Entry will be by programme at a cost of £2.00. Only 1 programme will be required for each couple/family group. There will be flower displays in both the church and hall, and our church display of people and events over the last 50 years will be available in the hall. Refreshments will be on sale in the hall.

Saturday, 10 October – 10.00am to 4.00pm

The Golden Years Flower Festival will continue to be open to everyone, as will our church display. The Blooming Bricks Lego display will take place in the hall. Entry to the Lego display will be free of charge. There will be fabulous displays and an area for children, young people and adults to have a go at build ing some of their own creations. Refreshments will be on sale in the hall.

Sunday, 11 October 12.00pm to 4.00pm

A last chance for the public to see the Golden Years Flower Festival. Refreshments on sale in the hall, together with the church display.

4.00pm onwards – Flower auction where everyone will have a chance to purchase flowers/displays.