About St John
Among the Church of England congregations of Lancashire, St John gathers in Thornton-Cleveleys. The church serves Thornton-Cleveleys together with the villages and towns nearby. To confirm when services are held, it is best to get in touch with the church directly.
Church of England congregations represent one enduring branch of the Christian faith in these islands. 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. Thornton-Cleveleys lies within Lancashire, whose county town is Preston. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Thornton-Cleveleys 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 John?⌄
St John is in Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire.
What denomination is St John?⌄
St John 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?⌄
Service times for St John are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
Is St John 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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