About Balham Salvation Army Community Church
Balham Salvation Army Community Church in London, Greater London, belongs to the Salvation Army family of churches. You will find the church at 38 Balham High Road in London. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at www.salvationarmy.org.uk/balham.
The Salvation Army tradition holds a distinctive place within British church life. The Salvation Army was founded by William and Catherine Booth in the East End of London in 1865 and is known as much for its social work as for its worship. Local churches, called corps, combine Sunday services with food banks, debt advice, homelessness support and, famously, brass bands. There are around 600 corps across the UK and Ireland. The tradition traces its modern form to 1865. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts around 600 corps in the UK and Ireland.
It belongs to the broad community of churches across England, where the parish system has shaped local life for more than a thousand years. London is the county town of Greater London and a focal point for church life in the area. First-time visitors and regular worshippers alike will find an open door.
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 Balham Salvation Army Community Church?⌄
Balham Salvation Army Community Church is at 38 Balham High Road, London, Greater London, SW12 9AH.
What denomination is Balham Salvation Army Community Church?⌄
Balham Salvation Army Community Church is part of the Salvation Army family of churches. The Salvation Army was founded by William and Catherine Booth in the East End of London in 1865 and is known as much for its social work as for its worship.
When are services at Balham Salvation Army Community Church?⌄
Service times for Balham Salvation Army Community Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/balham or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does Balham Salvation Army Community Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/balham.
What is the phone number for Balham Salvation Army Community Church?⌄
You can ring Balham Salvation Army Community Church on +44 20 8675 3809. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to Balham Salvation Army Community Church?⌄
The church is at 38 Balham High Road, London, Greater London. 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 Balham Salvation Army Community Church 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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