About The Small Chapel
The Small Chapel is a Roman Catholic church serving Oxford and the surrounding parts of Oxfordshire. The congregation meets at 38 St Giles', Oxford. We do not currently hold service times for this church; a quick phone call will confirm the weekly pattern.
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, home to the Church of England alongside thriving Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and independent churches. Oxford is the county town of Oxfordshire and a focal point for church life in the area. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Oxford 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 The Small Chapel?⌄
The Small Chapel is at 38 St Giles', Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3LW.
What denomination is The Small Chapel?⌄
The Small Chapel 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 The Small Chapel?⌄
Service times for The Small Chapel are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
How do I get to The Small Chapel?⌄
The church is at 38 St Giles', 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 The Small Chapel 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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