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St John's Church, St John's in the Vale in St John's Castlerigg and Wythburn, Cumbria
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About St John's Church, St John's in the Vale

St John's Church, St John's in the Vale is a Church of England church serving St John's Castlerigg and Wythburn and the surrounding parts of Cumbria. The congregation draws worshippers from St John's Castlerigg and Wythburn and the wider Cumbria area. We do not currently hold service times for this church; a quick phone call will confirm the weekly pattern.

Its origins go back to 1845. Historic England and its counterparts record it as a Grade II listed building, placing it among the country's protected structures. It was designed by Sharpe, Paley and Austin.

The church stands within the wider Christian life of England, whose landscape holds everything from Saxon churches to congregations meeting in converted warehouses. St John's Castlerigg and Wythburn lies within Cumbria, whose county town is Carlisle. Visitors are welcome, whether you live in St John's Castlerigg and Wythburn or are simply passing through.

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The building

Built
1845
Listed status
Grade II listed
Architect
Sharpe, Paley and Austin

Building details from Wikidata, available under CC0.

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 St John's Church, St John's in the Vale?

St John's Church, St John's in the Vale is in St John's Castlerigg and Wythburn, Cumbria.

What denomination is St John's Church, St John's in the Vale?

St John's Church, St John's in the Vale 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.

How old is St John's Church, St John's in the Vale?

The building dates from 1845. It is a Grade II listed building. The architect was Sharpe, Paley and Austin.

When are services at St John's Church, St John's in the Vale?

Service times for St John's Church, St John's in the Vale are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.

Is St John's Church, St John's in the Vale 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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