About St Mary's RC Church
St Mary's RC Church is a Roman Catholic church serving Hexham and the surrounding parts of Northumberland. The congregation meets at Battle Hill, Hexham. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at www.stmaryshexham.org.uk.
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.
It is one of many congregations found across England, where the parish system has shaped local life for more than a thousand years. Hexham lies within Northumberland, whose county town is Morpeth. Visitors are welcome, whether you live in Hexham or are simply passing through.
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 Mary's RC Church?⌄
St Mary's RC Church is at Battle Hill, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2EB.
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://www.stmaryshexham.org.uk/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St Mary's RC Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.stmaryshexham.org.uk/.
What is the phone number for St Mary's RC Church?⌄
You can ring St Mary's RC Church on +44 1434 603119. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to St Mary's RC Church?⌄
The church is at Battle Hill, Hexham, Northumberland. 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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