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When I got to Walsingham House I couldn't talk. I was traumatised and very damaged and did not trust anyone. I was cared for and given so much help and support in that place and most of all i got hope that I could live without alcohol. The treatment I received was priceless and saved my life. CQ - 2012
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Over the period of the current renovation and building work I have been amazed at the volume of scaffolding used. I would be interested to know how much scaffolding has been used in the buidling work especially as you can only see the exterior scaffolding.
Even more amazing is the fact that the whole of the Priory building were built in the 12th Century. How did they manage the scaffolding requirements then??
I will be very keen to visit the renovated site once all the work has been completed.
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Over the period of the current renovation and building work I have been amazed at the volume of scaffolding used. I would be interested to know how much scaffolding has been used in the building work especially as you can only see the exterior scaffolding.
Even more amazing is the fact that the whole of the Priory buildings were built in the 12th Century. How did they manage the scaffolding requirements then??
I will be very keen to visit the renovated site once all the work has been completed. EJ
Read moreOver the period of the current renovation and building work I have been amazed at the volume of scaffolding used. I would be interested to know how much scaffolding has been used in the buidling work especially as you can only see the exterior scaffolding.
Even more amazing is the fact that the whole of the Priory buildings were built in the 12th Century. How did they manage the scaffolding requirements then??
I will be very keen to visit the renovated site once all the work has been completed. EJ
Read moreWhat a stunning building. Well done to all those involved in upgrading and maintaining this historic building. For a City Centre site it is so quiet and peaceful.
Read more"When I got to Walsingham I couldn't talk. I was traumatised and very damaged and did not trust anyone. I was cared for and given so much help & support in that place and most of all I got hope that i could live without alcohol. The treatment for me was priceless and changed my life." CQ 2012
Read moreAfter being a lost junkie I am now a recovered, responsible and productive member of society. And with pride I can say I'll be celebrating 9 years ongoing recovery in November 2011. DN - 2011.
Read moreI am an ex-resident (2010) of Walsingham House which gave me a firm foundation on which to build my recovery. I was shocked to hear that it had closed recently as it was the only wholly residential first stage treatment centre for people with addiction problems in Bristol and provided an essential service.
Read moreWhat terrible news... WH closed after all the love,care and support that has been provided over the years to help addicts recover... It was a fantastic place for me...
Read moreWhen I got to Walsingahm House I couldn't talk. I was traumatised and very damaged and did not trust anyone. I was cared for and given so much help and support in that place and most of all I got hope that I could live without alcohol. The treatment I received was priceless for me and saved my life.
Read moreI came across this fantastic building by chance as I was walking around while waiting for a bus.
It is an amazing 12th century church (the oldest in Bristol apparently) hidden away next to the Bus Station which has been restored and renovated recently. It is so quiet and peaceful and there is a very special feeling to it.
There is also a very welcome, bright and clean cafe that serves excellent coffee..
Read moreAt first, I was kind of scared/ apprehensive, being in an old quiet church. But, then,realizing that the Holy Spirit dwells in the place, had provided some sense of comfort and serenity. What amazed me as well was the fact that a faithful would perceive some kind of inner peace, with the 24 hour vigil candles in the altar area.
The illumination inside the church, truly promotes tranquility, a haven of rest amidst the surrounding sound of the city.
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St James is not a Parish Church and has no regular income from a church congregation.
Please consider making a contribution to maintain this Heritage Building for Bristol and the Nation.
Also we continue to rely on donations for our charitable work of supporting vulnerable people.
Send cheques to: Finance Officer St James Priory, Whitson Street, Bristol BS1 3NZ
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This building is now operating as a Men's Mental Health Crisis service run by Mungos Broadway
Please contact Mungos Broadway for further information: Tel: 0117 9349848
http://www.mungosbroadway.org.uk
St James House is an independent supported housing provision.
The service provides housing support for single people in recovery from addiction for up to 24 months.
Referrals will be accepted from individuals as well as agencies.
Please contact us for a referral or if you would like further information:
0117 9338945
or Phone: 0117 9338945
Mass is celebrated every Sunday at 8am.
There is no priest attached to St James Priory so a priest from St Mary on the Quay celebrates Mass every Sunday at 8am.