About Church of Saint Francis of Assisi
In Southport, Merseyside, Church of Saint Francis of Assisi carries on the Church of England tradition of worship. The congregation meets at Folkestone Road, Southport. 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.
It is one of many congregations found across England, where the parish system has shaped local life for more than a thousand years. Southport lies within Merseyside, whose county town is Liverpool. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Southport 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.
More about Church of England churches
Browse all Church of England churches in the UK, or stay local and see Church of England churches in Merseyside. Our denomination guide compares the main Christian traditions found across Britain and Ireland.
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 Saint Francis of Assisi?⌄
Church of Saint Francis of Assisi is at Folkestone Road, Southport, Merseyside.
What denomination is Church of Saint Francis of Assisi?⌄
Church of Saint Francis of Assisi is part of the Church of England family of churches. 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 Church of Saint Francis of Assisi?⌄
Service times for Church of Saint Francis of Assisi 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 Saint Francis of Assisi?⌄
The church is at Folkestone Road, Southport, Merseyside. 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 Saint Francis of Assisi 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.
Other Church of England churches in Southport
More churches in Southport
Nearby churches
About this listing
This listing was put together from publicly available information and has not yet been confirmed by the church itself. If you represent Church of Saint Francis of Assisi, you can claim and update the listing free of charge, and once checked we will add a verified badge to the page.
Claim or correct this listing →