About St Mary's RC Church
St Mary's RC Church is part of the Roman Catholic tradition and meets in Chorley, Lancashire. The building stands at Wigan Road, Chorley. For the current pattern of services and news of what is on, visit historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072468.
The Roman Catholic tradition holds a distinctive place within British church life. 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.
The congregation shares in a long history of worship in England, where the parish system has shaped local life for more than a thousand years. Chorley lies within Lancashire, whose county town is Preston. The church forms part of the wider Roman Catholic presence across Lancashire.
If you are thinking of visiting, there is no need to book: most congregations are delighted to see new faces. Getting there is usually easiest on foot or by local bus, since on-site parking can be scarce, and anyone who needs step-free access should contact the church beforehand to check what the building offers.
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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 Mary's RC Church?⌄
St Mary's RC Church is at Wigan Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 6JW.
What denomination is St Mary's RC Church?⌄
St Mary's RC Church 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 St Mary's RC Church?⌄
Service times for St Mary's RC Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072468 or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St Mary's RC Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072468.
How do I get to St Mary's RC Church?⌄
The church is at Wigan Road, 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 Mary's RC 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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