Who are we?
We are the Chapel in the Garden; an inclusive and welcoming space for all people committed to creating a loving community. A community grounded in the practice of loving-kindness, selfless service and friendship. How we treat each other is our founding principle.
We value all aspects of our community; our welcome and radical inclusivity are at the core of who we choose to be. We believe in our shared humanity, and that whatever our differences and customs are, we also have a lot in common.
We are a Unitarian chapel and we take inspiration from a variety of sacred and secular texts as well as from the people that have found a spiritual home here. We are curious about the sacred, and the beautiful mysteries of the Universe.
Latest News
- New Service Leader at the Chapel
Jacqui Bull A regular attender and the leader of the popular breathing exercises on Tuesday evenings, Jacqui Bull, has been asked to lead the service this Sunday 18 October. Her theme is Coming Back to Your Senses: an exploration of what it is to live and love in a body. Our bodies are … Read more - Success of Via Dolorosa
Via Dolorosa, by David Hare The Chapel in the Garden, Bridport Friday 2nd October 2026 The audience at Bridport’s Unitarian chapel will not have needed reminding that David Hare’s Via Dolorosa was named for Christ’s trail of suffering as he approached his crucifixion. Here, that path of tears becomes the story of the … Read more - Harvest
“Harvest” on 20 September with Interfaith Minister Roland Lee ‘Harvest gathering-in: this festival brings a chance for rest. Our Sun’s journey through the Wheel of the Year returns day to equal night all over the planet. We give thanks for Earth’s resilience, harvest’s return, balance and abundance.’ - An Invitation to Retreat Sunday 13 September
An Invitation to Retreat What do we mean by retreat and how can the experience of retreat form part of our spiritual practice? Let’s explore the power and joy of retreating as some of us head into this busier part of the year. With Rev. John Harley