About Parish Church of St John the Baptist
Among the Church of England congregations of Dorset, Parish Church of St John the Baptist gathers in Wareham. The congregation draws worshippers from Wareham and the wider Dorset 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 1150. Historic England and its counterparts record it as a Grade I listed building, placing it among the country's protected structures.
The congregation shares in a long history of worship in England, whose landscape holds everything from Saxon churches to congregations meeting in converted warehouses. Wareham lies within Dorset, whose county town is Dorchester. First-time visitors and regular worshippers alike will find an open door.
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The building
- Built
- 1150
- Listed status
- Grade I listed
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 Parish Church of St John the Baptist?⌄
Parish Church of St John the Baptist is in Wareham, Dorset.
What denomination is Parish Church of St John the Baptist?⌄
Parish Church of St John the Baptist worships within the Church of England stream of Christianity. The Church of England is the established church in England, with a parish system that reaches every community in the country.
How old is Parish Church of St John the Baptist?⌄
The building dates from 1150. It is a Grade I listed building.
When are services at Parish Church of St John the Baptist?⌄
Service times for Parish Church of St John the Baptist are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
Is Parish Church of St John the Baptist 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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