About St Wilfrid
St Wilfrid is part of the Roman Catholic tradition and meets in Wigan, Greater Manchester. The building stands at Bolton Road, Wigan. The church keeps its service schedule and activities updated at www.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk/places/st-wilfrid-wigan-wigan.
The Roman Catholic family of churches carries a long and particular story within the wider Church. 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, whose landscape holds everything from Saxon churches to congregations meeting in converted warehouses. 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.
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 St Wilfrid?⌄
St Wilfrid is at Bolton Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN2 5LL.
What denomination is St Wilfrid?⌄
St Wilfrid belongs to the Roman Catholic tradition. 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 Wilfrid?⌄
Service times for St Wilfrid are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk/places/st-wilfrid-wigan-wigan or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St Wilfrid have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk/places/st-wilfrid-wigan-wigan.
How do I get to St Wilfrid?⌄
The church is at Bolton Road, 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 St Wilfrid 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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