Our Lady Queen of Apostles
Our Parish is part of the Diocese of Clifton, in communion with the Holy Father and our Bishop.
The origins of the parish were established in 1942 when the Pallottine Fathers purchased a cottage in Cheddar called Acacia House. A room was converted into a chapel and Masses were said for the small Catholic community in the Cheddar Valley. As the Catholic population of the area grew, and after many years of fund raising a parish church was commissioned in 1965. Building of the Parish Church of Our Lady Queen of Apostles was completed in 1966 and was finally consecrated in June 1977.
You can read more on the history of the parish through this link: Parish History
Home Visits
Since the easing of Covid19 restrictions, we are able to visit parishioners and take Holy Communion to the housebound. Please let me know if you, or anyone you know, would like to receive the Blessed Sacrament or would just like a visit and a chat. Contact: Kathy Martin cheddar.ourlady@cliftondiocese.com
Staying in Touch
We have a weekly Staying in Touch email. If you would like to receive it then contact mail@steveandannep.co.uk
Prayer group
The Prayer Group meets every Tuesday morning at 10.30 in the St Vincent Pallotti Room. The usual format is to read and reflect on the Gospel for the forthcoming Sunday, which usually leads to some discussion. There is then time for shared prayers of petition and thanksgiving for prayers answered. Coffee/tea is available and of course some chat. All are welcome
Our Parish Charity
Each year at the parish AGM charities are nominated by parishioners to be adopted as our parish charity.
Our 2026 charity is the Children's Hospice South West Cheddar Charity 2026
In previous years we have supported:
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Fees Fund a local charity
SPACE – a local mental health charity for young people.
Somerset Bloodbikes emergency transfer of blood, documents etc between hospitals
Mary’s Meals