Village
The villages of Seale and Sands have a combined population of 900. Seale is a village of character in a Conservation Area, with the church very much at its centre. It has an arts and crafts centre, a village hall (of which the Rector is an officer) where many social events are held, a nursery school, and a football ground.
Church
St Laurence Church , Seale is a beautiful church surrounded by a large open churchyard. Its history goes back to the 12th century and the font just inside the entrance is from this period. The bell tower houses a peal of six bells, the oldest and largest forged in the 16th century; they are rung each Sunday. The church has seating for about 180 and an active choir. Attendance on a normal Sunday averages about 40, but on feast days and special occasions the church is often packed.
Parish Council
Information on the civil parish council can be found at
Seale and Sands Parish Council