About St Ethelbert's R.C. Church
St Ethelbert's R.C. Church welcomes worshippers in Bolton as one of the Roman Catholic churches of Greater Manchester. You will find the church at Hawthorne Street in Bolton. For the current pattern of services and news of what is on, visit stethelberts.org.uk.
Roman Catholic congregations represent one enduring branch of the Christian faith in these islands. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope. Parish life centres on the Mass and the sacraments, and many congregations have been renewed in recent decades by worshippers arriving from Poland, India, Nigeria and elsewhere. Weekly Mass attendance across Britain runs into the high hundreds of thousands. The tradition traces its modern form to the 1st century; hierarchy restored in England and Wales in 1850. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts roughly 4 million Catholics across the UK.
The church stands within the wider Christian life of England, home to the Church of England alongside thriving Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and independent churches. Bolton lies within Greater Manchester, whose county town is Manchester. Visitors are welcome, whether you live in Bolton or are simply passing through.
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 Ethelbert's R.C. Church?⌄
St Ethelbert's R.C. Church is at Hawthorne Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL3 5RG.
What denomination is St Ethelbert's R.C. Church?⌄
St Ethelbert's R.C. Church worships within the Roman Catholic stream of Christianity. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope.
When are services at St Ethelbert's R.C. Church?⌄
Service times for St Ethelbert's R.C. Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check http://stethelberts.org.uk/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St Ethelbert's R.C. Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is http://stethelberts.org.uk/.
What is the phone number for St Ethelbert's R.C. Church?⌄
You can ring St Ethelbert's R.C. Church on +44 1204 62653. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to St Ethelbert's R.C. Church?⌄
The church is at Hawthorne Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester. 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 Ethelbert's R.C. 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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