About Church of St Thomas of Canterbury and the English Martyrs
Among the Roman Catholic congregations of Lancashire, Church of St Thomas of Canterbury and the English Martyrs gathers in Preston. You will find the church at Garstang Road in Preston. We do not currently hold service times for this church; a quick phone call will confirm the weekly pattern.
The Roman Catholic family of churches carries a long and particular story within the wider Church. 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 church stands within the wider Christian life of England, whose landscape holds everything from Saxon churches to congregations meeting in converted warehouses. Preston is the county town of Lancashire and a focal point for church life in the area. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Preston worth getting to know.
Planning a visit? Arriving ten minutes early leaves time to find a seat and say hello. Parking near British churches is often limited, so check the surrounding streets or walk if you can, and if step-free access or a hearing loop matters to you, it is worth ringing ahead, as provision varies from building to building.
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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 Church of St Thomas of Canterbury and the English Martyrs?⌄
Church of St Thomas of Canterbury and the English Martyrs is at Garstang Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 1NA.
What denomination is Church of St Thomas of Canterbury and the English Martyrs?⌄
Church of St Thomas of Canterbury and the English Martyrs worships within the Roman Catholic stream of Christianity. 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 Church of St Thomas of Canterbury and the English Martyrs?⌄
Service times for Church of St Thomas of Canterbury and the English Martyrs are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
How do I get to Church of St Thomas of Canterbury and the English Martyrs?⌄
The church is at Garstang Road, Preston, 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 Church of St Thomas of Canterbury and the English Martyrs 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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