Off The Street Englefield Reading
(0118) 9303595
http://www.stmarksenglefield.org.uk

St Mark's church can be found at the far end of The Street, next to Englefield House and close to one of the last surviving deer parks in Berkshire. Although situated within Englefield Estate it is a public place of worship. Sunday service is traditional Anglican, using Common Worship with the BCP used on the first Sunday in the month. On Sunday mornings there is a crèche (0-3 years) and Sunday Club (4-10 years) in term time. The congregation is made up of villagers as well as many who live locally. It has a weekly bell ringing practice. 

The church building consists of a tower and a spire, nave, south aisle, chancel and north aisle (or Englefield chapel). The earliest part of the church dates from about 1190, when the Norman was giving way to the Early English style of architecture.

The arcade and east window in the aisle date from early 13th century; considered to be the finest examples of that period of architecture in Berkshire. Extensive restoration was implemented by Sir George Gilbert Scott in 1857. In 1869 the tower was added in 13th century style, surmounted by a stone broach spire. Notable features include a memorial to Sir Thomas Englefield, Speaker of the House of Commons (1510), and a monument to the Marquis of Winchester (1598-1675) who defended Basing House during the Civil War with epitaph by John Dryden.  There is a guide book available in church for a donation of £7.

The parish of Englefield is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Oxford's safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.

The Street, Englefield, RG7 5ES
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Local members only club on the Englefield Estate serving one beer on cask. Pool table in main bar with snooker room to the rear. Often hired by local organisations and clubs. Closed in 2018, future uncertain.

North Street, North Street, Theale, RG7 5EX

Serving a tiny hamlet a few minutes from Theale, this one died a death in the mid-2000's and is now housing.

North Street, Theale, Theale, RG7 5EX
(0118) 930 5331
thealegolf.com/

Members-only golf club.