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About St John the Baptist

St John the Baptist welcomes worshippers in Ware as one of the Church of England churches of Hertfordshire. Members come from across Ware and neighbouring communities in Hertfordshire. To confirm when services are held, it is best to get in touch with the church directly.

The Church of England tradition holds a distinctive place within British church life. 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, whose landscape holds everything from Saxon churches to congregations meeting in converted warehouses. Ware lies within Hertfordshire, whose county town is Hertford. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Ware 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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Browse all Church of England churches in the UK, or stay local and see Church of England churches in Hertfordshire. 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 St John the Baptist?

St John the Baptist is in Ware, Hertfordshire.

What denomination is St John the Baptist?

St John the Baptist worships within the Church of England stream of Christianity. 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 John the Baptist?

Service times for St John the Baptist are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.

Is St John the Baptist 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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