About Gidlow Methodist Church
In Wigan, Greater Manchester, Gidlow Methodist Church carries on the Methodist tradition of worship. The building stands at Buckley Street, Wigan. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at sites.google.com/site/gidlowmethodists.
The Methodist family of churches carries a long and particular story within the wider Church. The Methodist Church in Britain grew from the eighteenth-century revival led by John and Charles Wesley, whose open-air preaching reshaped British Christianity. Methodists emphasise personal faith, hymn singing and practical service to their neighbourhoods. The church has around 130,000 members and several thousand chapels and churches across Great Britain. The tradition traces its modern form to the 18th century. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts around 130,000 members in Great Britain.
It is one of many congregations found across England, home to the Church of England alongside thriving Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and independent churches. Wigan lies within Greater Manchester, whose county town is Manchester. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Wigan worth getting to know.
If you are thinking of visiting, there is no need to book: most congregations are delighted to see new faces. Getting there is usually easiest on foot or by local bus, since on-site parking can be scarce, and anyone who needs step-free access should contact the church beforehand to check what the building offers.
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Browse all Methodist churches in the UK, or stay local and see Methodist churches in Greater Manchester. Our denomination guide compares the main Christian traditions found across Britain and Ireland.
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 Gidlow Methodist Church?⌄
Gidlow Methodist Church is at Buckley Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 7HE.
What denomination is Gidlow Methodist Church?⌄
Gidlow Methodist Church is part of the Methodist family of churches. The Methodist Church in Britain grew from the eighteenth-century revival led by John and Charles Wesley, whose open-air preaching reshaped British Christianity.
When are services at Gidlow Methodist Church?⌄
Service times for Gidlow Methodist Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://sites.google.com/site/gidlowmethodists/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does Gidlow Methodist Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://sites.google.com/site/gidlowmethodists/.
What is the phone number for Gidlow Methodist Church?⌄
You can ring Gidlow Methodist Church on +44 1942 732812. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to Gidlow Methodist Church?⌄
The church is at Buckley Street, Wigan, 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 Gidlow Methodist 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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