Chaplaincy
Our multi-faith chaplaincy is a safe and welcoming space for people of all faiths and none. We work across the whole university, offering pastoral, spiritual, and religious support and fostering a diverse community through our spaces and events.
Listening and Pastoral Support
Would you like some space to chat through something that is on your mind or feel in need of support?
Chaplains are available to support any student or staff member who needs to talk through something they are worried about, struggling with or just need to share.
We work with people of all faiths and none, and are happy simply to listen, or to help you work through any kind of challenge. The kettle is always on for anyone who pops in to see us.
We can also help to connect you with further support within or beyond the university if you need it. If you would like to speak to someone from a particular faith, just let us know and we will do our best to help you. You can contact us by emailing chaplaincy@chester.ac.uk.
Chaplaincy spaces and prayer rooms
The Community Hub and Chaplaincy building on Exton Park is right next to Binks. It’s a drop-in space to relax and meet others, open Tuesday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm. Pop in to use the various rooms including the lounge, the sanctuary space, games and craft rooms. Everyone is welcome.
Behind the hub is the Community Garden, developed and maintained by a student-led group. Students and staff are welcome to enjoy this beautiful space for social gatherings and quiet reflection.
The University provides dedicated Muslim prayer rooms on all its sites. Details of these spaces can be found on Portal.
Our beautiful University Chapel built in the 1840s
Chapel remains an important sacred space for us as a learning community where people can find a peaceful moment, light a candle, and meet for prayer and weekly chapel services. Throughout the year we have special Chapel services such as smaller graduation services and carol services and these are wonderful occasions. Some students and staff choose to get married or have their children baptised in Chapel, and these are services full of joy.
University Choir
The University of Chester choir enjoys learning and singing a range of music, from classical and arrangements of popular and folk music to original compositions.
We have a very friendly mixed staff/student choir which meets every Thursday at St Thomas' Church (across the road from the University Chapel, Exton Park site) from 5.45pm - 7pm. The choir take part in various musical events throughout the academic year, including events which form part of the University of Chester calendar, through to events in the wider community. Further afield, the choir takes part in high profile events, joining up with other choirs in other cities in the UK.
No auditions or formal experience required, but the ability to sing preferred.
If you are interested in joining the University of Chester Choir you can contact our Director of Music, Matt Baker, via m.baker@chester.ac.uk.
Events
We provide a variety of events and activities for you to get involved with. The programme evolves and changes term by term and will include things like cooking, gardening, mindfulness, walks and social events.
Take a look at our events calendar to see what’s on.
