About Us

Welcome to Ss. Peter and Paul, the Parish church of Bromley.

For more than 800 years, this church has been at the heart of Bromley—a place where people have gathered to worship God, mark life’s milestones, find support in difficult times, and serve the local community. Today we continue that story, seeking to be a welcoming church where people of all ages can grow in faith and discover God’s love.

We are part of the Church of England and the Diocese of Rochester. Our worship brings together the richness of the Anglican tradition with a warm welcome for everyone, whether you’re a lifelong churchgoer, exploring faith for the first time, or simply visiting.

There’s much more to discover about our church, our worship and our community.

You can read further here about the history of our remarkable building

or hear more about our vision and life together in the Vicar’s welcome.

If you are new to church you can click here to find out more about what to expect on a sunday morning. We look forward to welcoming you in person.

Who’s who – Ministry Team

Rev’d James Harratt, Vicar
vicar@bromleyparishchurch.org

James has been Vicar of Bromley Parish Church since 2018. Before coming to Bromley, he served in parish ministry in the Medway Towns. James has a particular passion for preaching, teaching and helping churches engage confidently with their local communities.

As Vicar, James oversees the worship, pastoral care and mission of the parish. He is committed to the richness of the Anglican tradition, thoughtful preaching, excellent music, and ensuring that Bromley Parish Church is a welcoming place where people of all ages can explore faith and grow as followers of Jesus Christ.

Outside parish life, James enjoys reading, history, and spending time with his family.

Rev’d Sophie Sutherland, Associate Priest

Rev’d Laura Polaine, Assistant Curate

Tim Pike and Sarah Dowling, Churchwardens
wardens@bromleyparischurch.org

Peter Cheshire, Licensed Lay Minister

Mike Cox, Reader

Tom Robson, Director of Music
DoM@bromleyparishchurch.org

Tom joined Bromley Parish Church in August 2026 as Director of Music. He read music at Royal Holloway, University of London, where he studied choral conducting with Rupert Gough, and orchestral conducting with Lev Perikian. He gained a Master of Music in Vocal Studies from the Guildhall School of Music & Drama.

He enjoys a busy freelance career working with many of the top professional ensembles in the UK and abroad, including Tenebrae, The Sixteen, and Westminster Cathedral Choir, where he was a Lay Clerk for 14 years. As well as an ensemble singer, Tom is in high demand as an oratorio soloist and recitalist.

Until 2018, Tom was an Associate Lecturer in Music at the University of Chichester, where his principal responsibilities were in the Choral Department, conducting the main University choirs for services, concerts, and tours, and teaching choral conducting. He is the Musical Director of Chichester Chorale, an amateur chamber choir, and enjoys working as a freelance conductor with numerous ensembles, including last year for the Petros Singers Come & Sing Tallis Spem in Alium in central London.

Justine Hinze, Church Administrator
administrator@bromleyparishchurch.org
0208 464 5244

The Parochial Church Council (PCC)

The Parochial Church Council (PCC) shares with the Vicar in the leadership of Bromley Parish Church. Together, its members seek God’s guidance as they support the worship, mission and ministry of the parish.

The PCC has responsibility for the practical life of the church, including its finances, buildings and governance, while also helping to shape the vision and priorities of the parish. It works to ensure that the church is well cared for today and able to serve future generations.

The PCC is made up of clergy, churchwardens and elected members of the congregation, who bring a wide range of gifts, experience and perspectives.