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St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck)

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St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck) in Wareham, Dorset
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About St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck)

Among the Church of England congregations of Dorset, St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck) 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.

The church was built in 1880. It holds a Grade I listed status, which recognises its architectural and historic importance and limits what may be altered.

The congregation shares in a long history of worship in England, home to the Church of England alongside thriving Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and independent churches. Wareham lies within Dorset, whose county town is Dorchester. The church forms part of the wider Church of England presence across Dorset.

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The building

Built
1880
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 St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck)?

St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck) is in Wareham, Dorset.

What denomination is St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck)?

St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck) 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 St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck)?

The building dates from 1880. It is a Grade I listed building.

When are services at St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck)?

Service times for St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck) are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.

Is St James's Church, Kingston (Isle of Purbeck) 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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