About Chapel of St Thomas More
Chapel of St Thomas More is a Roman Catholic church serving Oxford and the surrounding parts of Oxfordshire. Its home is Foxcombe Road, Oxford. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at hinkseyparish.org/our-churches/st-thomas-more.
Roman Catholic congregations represent one enduring branch of the Christian faith in these islands. 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, where the parish system has shaped local life for more than a thousand years. Oxford is the county town of Oxfordshire and a focal point for church life in the area. Visitors are welcome, whether you live in Oxford or are simply passing through.
If you are thinking of visiting, there is no need to book: most congregations are delighted to see new faces. Getting there is usually easiest on foot or by local bus, since on-site parking can be scarce, and anyone who needs step-free access should contact the church beforehand to check what the building offers.
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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 Chapel of St Thomas More?⌄
Chapel of St Thomas More is at Foxcombe Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire.
What denomination is Chapel of St Thomas More?⌄
Chapel of St Thomas More 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 Chapel of St Thomas More?⌄
Service times for Chapel of St Thomas More are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://hinkseyparish.org/our-churches/st-thomas-more/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does Chapel of St Thomas More have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://hinkseyparish.org/our-churches/st-thomas-more/.
How do I get to Chapel of St Thomas More?⌄
The church is at Foxcombe Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire. 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 Chapel of St Thomas More 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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