About St Marys Church
St Marys Church in Southampton, Hampshire, belongs to the Church of England family of churches. The congregation draws worshippers from Southampton and the wider Hampshire area. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at www.swaythlingparish.org.uk.
The Church of England family of churches carries a long and particular story within the wider Church. The Church of England is the established church in England, with a parish system that reaches every community in the country. Shaped by the English Reformation, it holds catholic and reformed traditions together, from quiet rural evensong to lively city congregations. It cares for around 16,000 church buildings, and average weekly attendance is roughly 700,000. The tradition traces its modern form to the 16th century (English Reformation). As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts around 700,000 weekly attenders.
The church stands within the wider Christian life of England, home to the Church of England alongside thriving Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and independent churches. Southampton lies within Hampshire, whose county town is Winchester. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Southampton worth getting to know.
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 Marys Church?⌄
St Marys Church is in Southampton, Hampshire.
What denomination is St Marys Church?⌄
St Marys Church is part of the Church of England family of churches. The Church of England is the established church in England, with a parish system that reaches every community in the country.
When are services at St Marys Church?⌄
Service times for St Marys Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.swaythlingparish.org.uk/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St Marys Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.swaythlingparish.org.uk/.
Is St Marys 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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