About St James' Church
Among the Church of England congregations of Lancashire, St James' Church gathers in Chorley. The congregation meets at Saint James's Street, Chorley. The church keeps its service schedule and activities updated at www.stjameschorley.org.
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. Chorley lies within Lancashire, whose county town is Preston. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Chorley 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 James' Church?⌄
St James' Church is at Saint James's Street, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 0NA.
What denomination is St James' Church?⌄
St James' Church 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 James' Church?⌄
Service times for St James' Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.stjameschorley.org/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St James' Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.stjameschorley.org/.
How do I get to St James' Church?⌄
The church is at Saint James's Street, Chorley, Lancashire. 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 St James' 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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