About Saint Philip and Saint James
Saint Philip and Saint James is a Church of England church serving Holywood and the surrounding parts of County Down. You will find the church at Church Road in Holywood. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at www.holywoodparishchurch.co.uk.
The Church of England tradition holds a distinctive place within British church life. The Church of England is the established church in England, with a parish system that reaches every community in the country. Shaped by the English Reformation, it holds catholic and reformed traditions together, from quiet rural evensong to lively city congregations. It cares for around 16,000 church buildings, and average weekly attendance is roughly 700,000. The tradition traces its modern form to the 16th century (English Reformation). As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts around 700,000 weekly attenders.
The church stands within the wider Christian life of Northern Ireland, where churchgoing remains woven into everyday life. Holywood lies within County Down, whose county town is Downpatrick. Visitors are welcome, whether you live in Holywood or are simply passing through.
Planning a visit? Arriving ten minutes early leaves time to find a seat and say hello. Parking near British churches is often limited, so check the surrounding streets or walk if you can, and if step-free access or a hearing loop matters to you, it is worth ringing ahead, as provision varies from building to building.
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Getting there
Parking near older church buildings can be limited, so allow a few extra minutes or arrive on foot where you can.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Saint Philip and Saint James?⌄
Saint Philip and Saint James is at Church Road, Holywood, County Down.
What denomination is Saint Philip and Saint James?⌄
Saint Philip and Saint James belongs to the Church of England tradition. The Church of England is the established church in England, with a parish system that reaches every community in the country.
When are services at Saint Philip and Saint James?⌄
Service times for Saint Philip and Saint James are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.holywoodparishchurch.co.uk/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does Saint Philip and Saint James have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.holywoodparishchurch.co.uk/.
How do I get to Saint Philip and Saint James?⌄
The church is at Church Road, Holywood, County Down. Use the map and directions link on this page, and allow a little extra time if you are driving, as parking near the building may be limited.
Is Saint Philip and Saint James accessible?⌄
Accessibility provision varies between church buildings. Contact the church directly to ask about step-free access, accessible toilets or a hearing loop before you visit.
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