About Church of St. Mary
Church of St. Mary is part of the Church of England tradition and meets in Taunton, Somerset. The church serves Taunton together with the villages and towns nearby. The church keeps its service schedule and activities updated at wiveychurches.org.uk/locations/st-marys.
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 belongs to the broad community of churches across England, where the parish system has shaped local life for more than a thousand years. Taunton is the county town of Somerset and a focal point for church life in the area. The church forms part of the wider Church of England presence across Somerset.
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 Church of St. Mary?⌄
Church of St. Mary is in Taunton, Somerset.
What denomination is Church of St. Mary?⌄
Church of St. Mary 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 Church of St. Mary?⌄
Service times for Church of St. Mary are not yet listed in our directory. Check http://wiveychurches.org.uk/locations/st-marys/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does Church of St. Mary have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is http://wiveychurches.org.uk/locations/st-marys/.
What is the phone number for Church of St. Mary?⌄
You can ring Church of St. Mary on +44 1984 624944. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
Is Church of St. Mary 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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