Church

[nona suomy]

I feel the need to go and sit in a church just for some contemplation. Are they open all the time or only at service times. My local one always looks shut exceept at mass time.

[gilf]

I think its up to the local vicar. They wouldnt be open if nobody were in one i.e. cleaner/vicar/verger etc but at least at some point in the day I'm sure it would be open, have you tried opening the door or looking for an alternative entrance.

[mikewall01]

Unfortunately so many churches are closed most of the time when not in use to deter thieves and vandals. However if you seek out the priest, vicar or churchwarden they will often allow you access.
I understand your need to sit and contemplate. I've often sat in churches, of all denominations, in various places in the world, mostly on my own. I find this a wonderful spiritually uplifting experience even though I have no firm religious affiliation.

[woofgang]

You could try somewhere more accessible with the same feel, possibly a museum or art gallery with a devotional collection. I do my quiet contemplation outdoors.

[TRINITY]

Yeah I found that really bizarre when I first moved to England. I come from Ireland and the chapel is always open. I used to sit in there a lot an chill. Over here due to burglaries etc... the doors are often locked. U can phone your local yockle an see or go in the morning early but that kinda beats the need for contemplation havin to drag your ass outa bed at the crack of dawn. I really miss this by the way it used to really calm me..inner peace and sanity line. Good luck

[Janetex]

Are we assuming that you are christian - most eastern religions have open churches still.