About Our Lady of Sorrows and St Philip Benizi
Our Lady of Sorrows and St Philip Benizi is part of the Roman Catholic tradition and meets in Fordingbridge, Hampshire. The building stands at 15 Salisbury Road, Fordingbridge. For the current pattern of services and news of what is on, visit www.avonstour.co.uk/parishes/fordingbridge.
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.
It belongs to the broad community of churches across England, whose landscape holds everything from Saxon churches to congregations meeting in converted warehouses. Fordingbridge lies within Hampshire, whose county town is Winchester. First-time visitors and regular worshippers alike will find an open door.
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 Our Lady of Sorrows and St Philip Benizi?⌄
Our Lady of Sorrows and St Philip Benizi is at 15 Salisbury Road, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 1EG.
What denomination is Our Lady of Sorrows and St Philip Benizi?⌄
Our Lady of Sorrows and St Philip Benizi 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 Our Lady of Sorrows and St Philip Benizi?⌄
Service times for Our Lady of Sorrows and St Philip Benizi are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.avonstour.co.uk/parishes/fordingbridge/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does Our Lady of Sorrows and St Philip Benizi have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.avonstour.co.uk/parishes/fordingbridge/.
How do I get to Our Lady of Sorrows and St Philip Benizi?⌄
The church is at 15 Salisbury Road, Fordingbridge, Hampshire. 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 Our Lady of Sorrows and St Philip Benizi 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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