WELCOME
Darlington Quakers are a faith community who work for peace, equality and a sustainable future. We are a busy community building as well as spiritual space. You'll find details here of our worship, Quaker beliefs, Events & Community activities as well as Room Hire information.
Quaker worship is open to everyone regardless of your background or beliefs. They are an opportunity for silent spiritual contemplation and exploration. We believe that God is present in everyone and putting our faith into action is central to our way of life, whether in peace work, social justice or environmental sustainability.
Our testimony to Peace, Equality, Simplicity, Sustainability & Truth is what connects us as Quakers, not our beliefs. Quakers worship in silence without a set order of service. We gather in silent waiting to access the deepest part of ourselves and that "other" that may be called God, Spirit, Higher Power, Light ...or has no name.
MEETINGS for WORSHIP
Sundays 10.30 – 11.30
Thursdays 12.30-1pm
First Sunday eve of month only 6.00 - 6.45pm (Silent contemplation held by candle light)
If you are curious, come and join us for one of our quiet worship sessions. Arrive a bit ahead of start time to allow settling in. There will be a chance to meet us and ask questions afterwards, with refreshments after Sunday morning worship.
Our MEETING HOUSE at 6 Skinnergate is a Grade 2* listed building in the heart of the town centre. Whilst it may look imposing and old fashioned from outside you’ll find a light & airy, warm and well run building inside, combining historic features with contemporary facilities.
It is a building which lives the Quaker ethos of simplicity, peace & care for everyone who walks through the door.
ROOM HIRE We are a busy and much loved town centre venue with many local groups using our rooms, from Yoga, to Line dancing, 12 step groups to Youth Theatre.
Enquiries: manager@darlingtonquakers.org
FINDING US
The Meeting House is situated within the pedestrian zone so vehicle access is restricted between 10am & 5pm daily (10.30am on Sundays). Our small car park next to the meeting house is available for those attending worship on Sundays and to a limited extent to hirer groups during the week.
We are close to public car parks, bus routes and walking distance of the Bank top rail station. We have secure cycle racks; the building is wheelchair accessible.
Discover more ...
About Quakers
If you are curious and exploring your spirituality, come and experience worship.
- Meeting for Worship is the bedrock of our Quaker experience; its where we seek that stillness in the centre of our being. Its where we are prompted, nudged and sometimes challenged to act out our faith
- Our Testimony to peace, equality, sustainability and simplicity is what drives us, within our own lives and the world around.
- It wont be for everyone but many newcomers say it feels like "coming home"
History and The Burial Ground
An undiscovered gem, a place of tranquility, right in the heart of the town
- Both the meeting house itself and the burial ground behind offer a wealth of fascinating history.
- It is beautiful tranquil place, open to the public during daylight hours, for all to explore or sit for a moment's peaceful reflection.
- Many of the Quakers who built the town including the Stockton & Darlington railway are buried here.
- You'll find links to our current burial records by plot number and alphabetical order to trace individuals.
Room Hire
Share our beautiful historic Grade 2 listed building right in the centre of town.
- We have a variety of spaces available for hire with capacities ranging from 4 - 80 people.
- Find details about each room with photo, as well as venue information.
- Step by step guide from initial enquiry to your first meeting.
- Documents to download: Hirer information pack and booking forms.
You can find us at:
Friends Meeting House, 6 Skinnergate, Darlington, Durham, DL3 7NB
We meet:
- Every Sunday at 10:30am to 11:30am (In Person) • Main front doors open from 10am Parking available in our car park next to meeting house accessed through tunnel entrance
- Every Thursday at 12:30pm to 1:00pm (In Person) • Entrance is via the at electronic door at the back - through the tunnel entrance and round to the left
- First Sunday at 6:00pm to 6:45pm (In Person) • Front doors open from 5.45
Children's Meeting:
Children and young people's meeting held on the 1st Sunday of the month.
Accessibility:
✓ Hearing loop
✓ Wheelchair access
✓ Wheelchair accessible toilet
✓ Parking
Access to our car park off Skinnergate on Sundays until 10.30 am or weekdays until 10.00. Once in you can exit any time.