The Holy Trinity Church, High West Street, Dorchester Located opposite the Horse With The Red Umbrella Cafe (Postcode for Sat Nav: DT1 1UJ), on the junction of High West Street and Trinity Street.
Welcome
A SACRED Pilgrimage Church in Dorchester
On behalf of our entire church family, it is my joy to welcome you, on behalf of our entire church family, to Holy Trinity Catholic Church. I am Father Babu Francis, and I am delighted to greet you today. Our mission is to profess our belief in the Triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—and to make Jesus Christ known as the Son of God and Saviour of the world.
Holy Trinity is a multi-ethnic Parish where everyone is embraced with open arms. Our parish is here to assist all who wish to know, love, and serve God with their lives. We are dedicated to helping you, your family, and friends come to know Jesus Christ through the One Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Faith. When you are visiting the Church for the first time, please introduce yourself to one of our team of welcomers or to myself or Deacon Jonathan .
For newcomers wishing to register with our parish, please visit our website Holy Trinity Catholic Church Dorchester or pick up a New Parishioners registration form at the Church. Our team of welcomers will be happy to assist you with the registration process and provide any information you need.
We’re also excited to announce that Holy Trinity Catholic Church is designated as a sacred pilgrimage site for the Jubilee Year 2025. Join us for special events, pilgrimages, and liturgies throughout the year to deepen our faith and experience God’s mercy.Please keep yourself updated with our monthly events on Facebook page or on our website.
– Father Babu Francis CM (Priest in Charge)
New Parishioners Registration
Please follow these steps below to complete and submit your form:
Download and Print: New Parishioner details form – PDF.pdf
Complete the Form: Fill out all required fields.
Email the completed form to dorchester@prcdtr.org.uk
OR Return it to the Parish Office at Holy Trinity Parish Centre, Culliford Road North, Dorchester, DT1 1QG
OR Give it to one of our welcomers at Sunday Mass.
Please don’t hesitate to call our Parish office on +44 1305 251976 ( Tue-Friday 9 AM- 2PM) for any assistance .
Brief History of Holy Trinity Church, Dorchester
Holy Trinity became the Parish Church for local Catholics in 1976 and there have been five Parish Priests since that time, together with some short-term temporary appointments. The present incumbent, as Priest-in-Charge, is Father Babu Francis CM. Within our multi ethnic Parish there is St Mary’s School for 5- to 9-year-olds and a range of groups that meet to enhance the spiritual and social life of the community. There are many opportunities to offer your help and support as a volunteer. Everyone is welcome.
More detailed information about the history of the Church can be found below. Information about various groups can be found under Our Church – Parish Groups. There is also a pamphlet available at the back of the church: ‘Bridging the Centuries – The Story of Holy Trinity Church, Dorchester, Dorset’ by James Pellow.
The Roman Catholic parish of Dorchester is delighted to be chosen as one of the five Pilgrimage centres in the Diocese of Plymouth for the Jubilee Year of 2025. We gather for collective worship at Holy Trinity Church located in the High Street of the county town of Dorset. The current building was completed in 1876, although Christian worship has been offered on the site since the 11th century. The interior features of the building include at the east end a reredos installed in 1897 of carved and guilded woodwork, carved at Oberammergau, depicting the crucifixion, the appearance of Christ to Mary Magdalene and the appearance of the risen Lord at Emmaus, with figures of saints on either side of it. There are also stained-glass windows by Kempe on the south side.
Ordinary Mass Times
SUNDAY : Mass at 8.30 AM and 10.30 AM
MONDAY : No Mass
TUESDAY : Mass at 7 PM, preceded by a weekly devotion at 6.25 PM
WEDNESDAY: Mass at 10 AM
THURSDAY : Mass at 10 AM
FRIDAY : Mass at 10 AM, preceded by Holy Half Hour (Adoration and Benediction) at 9.15 AM
SATURDAY : Mass at 9 AM, then Confession 9.35 AM – 10.45 AM
VISITUS
Parking Information:
There are no car parking facilities available at our church. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please see link to nearby public car parks. Find a car park – Dorset Council
By Train : South Western Railway
From Dorchester South Station, it’s about a 15-minute walk to Holy Trinity Church at 63 High West Street. You can either walk or take a short taxi or bus ride.
By Car
Take the A35 into Dorchester, follow signs for Town Centre, and find Holy Trinity Church at 63 High West Street. Postcode for Sat Nav: DT1 1UJ
By Plane
Fly into Bournemouth Airport then take a taxi or drive for about 50 minutes to reach Holy Trinity Church at 63 High West Street in Dorchester.
Location : Maps
- • Church Accessibility: Wheelchair access through a side passage and garden gate. Accessible toilet available.
- • Loop system for those with impaired hearing.
- • Assistance Dogs: Welcome.
- Nearby Amenities: Restaurants, cafes, and shops within walking distance.
Please contact our Parish office for any further queries :
Email : dorchester@prcdtr.org.uk
Landline : 01305 251976
Office hours : Tuesday – Friday 09:00 AM – 02:00 PM