About The Salvation Army - Wigan
Among the Salvation Army congregations of Greater Manchester, The Salvation Army - Wigan gathers in Wigan. The congregation meets at 2 Scholes, Wigan. For the current pattern of services and news of what is on, visit www.salvationarmy.org.uk/wigan.
Salvation Army churches form a well-established strand of Christianity in the United Kingdom. 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.
The congregation shares in a long history of worship in 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. The church forms part of the wider Salvation Army presence across Greater Manchester.
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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 The Salvation Army - Wigan?⌄
The Salvation Army - Wigan is at 2 Scholes, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1 3QJ.
What denomination is The Salvation Army - Wigan?⌄
The Salvation Army - Wigan worships within the Salvation Army stream of Christianity. 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 The Salvation Army - Wigan?⌄
Service times for The Salvation Army - Wigan are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/wigan or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does The Salvation Army - Wigan have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/wigan.
What is the phone number for The Salvation Army - Wigan?⌄
You can ring The Salvation Army - Wigan on +44 1942 826461. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to The Salvation Army - Wigan?⌄
The church is at 2 Scholes, 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 The Salvation Army - Wigan 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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