About Friends Meeting House
The Friends Meeting House at 56 Saint Helen's Street in Derby, Derbyshire, is the home of the city's Quaker meeting. Worship follows the Quaker tradition of silent waiting, in which Friends gather in stillness without clergy or programme, speaking only when moved to offer ministry. Meeting times are not listed in this entry, so this page should be checked before attending. Quakers have deep roots in the East Midlands, and the Derby meeting continues that heritage of quiet worship and social concern. The meeting house offers a distinctive stillness amid the busy religious life of Derbyshire's county city.
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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 Friends Meeting House?⌄
Friends Meeting House is at 56 Saint Helen's Street, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3HY.
What denomination is Friends Meeting House?⌄
Friends Meeting House worships within the Quaker stream of Christianity. Quakers, formally the Religious Society of Friends, began in seventeenth-century England through the preaching of George Fox.
When are services at Friends Meeting House?⌄
Service times for Friends Meeting House are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
How do I get to Friends Meeting House?⌄
The church is at 56 Saint Helen's Street, Derby, Derbyshire. 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 Friends Meeting House 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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