About St Laurence
St Laurence is part of the Church of England tradition and meets in Swadlincote, Leicestershire. The church serves Swadlincote 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 churches form a well-established strand of Christianity in the United Kingdom. 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, where the parish system has shaped local life for more than a thousand years. Swadlincote lies within Leicestershire, whose county town is Leicester. Visitors are welcome, whether you live in Swadlincote or are simply passing through.
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 St Laurence?⌄
St Laurence is in Swadlincote, Leicestershire.
What denomination is St Laurence?⌄
St Laurence 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 St Laurence?⌄
Service times for St Laurence are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
Is St Laurence 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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