About St. James' Riddlesdown
St. James' Riddlesdown is part of the Church of England tradition and meets in Purley, Greater London. You will find the church at St James' Road in Purley. For the current pattern of services and news of what is on, visit www.stjamesriddlesdown.org.
Church of England congregations represent one enduring branch of the Christian faith in these islands. The Church of England is the established church in England, with a parish system that reaches every community in the country. Shaped by the English Reformation, it holds catholic and reformed traditions together, from quiet rural evensong to lively city congregations. It cares for around 16,000 church buildings, and average weekly attendance is roughly 700,000. The tradition traces its modern form to the 16th century (English Reformation). As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts around 700,000 weekly attenders.
The church stands within the wider Christian life of England, home to the Church of England alongside thriving Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and independent churches. Purley lies within Greater London, whose county town is London. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Purley worth getting to know.
Thinking of coming along? Simply turn up: no invitation is needed. Allow a little extra time for getting there, as parking close to older church buildings can be tight, and if accessibility is a concern, a quick call ahead will confirm arrangements such as ramps, accessible toilets or a hearing loop.
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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 St. James' Riddlesdown?⌄
St. James' Riddlesdown is at St James' Road, Purley, Greater London, CR8 2DL.
What denomination is St. James' Riddlesdown?⌄
St. James' Riddlesdown 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.
When are services at St. James' Riddlesdown?⌄
Service times for St. James' Riddlesdown are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.stjamesriddlesdown.org/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St. James' Riddlesdown have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.stjamesriddlesdown.org/.
How do I get to St. James' Riddlesdown?⌄
The church is at St James' Road, Purley, 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 St. James' Riddlesdown 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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