About The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe
The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe is part of the Church of England tradition and meets in Folkestone, Kent. The building stands at Church Street, Folkestone. The church keeps its service schedule and activities updated at stmaryandsteanswythe.org.
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.
It belongs to the broad community of churches across England, whose landscape holds everything from Saxon churches to congregations meeting in converted warehouses. Folkestone lies within Kent, whose county town is Maidstone. The church forms part of the wider Church of England presence across Kent.
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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 Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe?⌄
The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe is at Church Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1SW.
What denomination is The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe?⌄
The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe belongs to the Church of England tradition. 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 The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe?⌄
Service times for The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://stmaryandsteanswythe.org/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://stmaryandsteanswythe.org/.
How do I get to The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe?⌄
The church is at Church Street, Folkestone, Kent. 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 Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe 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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