About St Richard of Chichester
St Richard of Chichester is part of the Roman Catholic tradition and meets in Wiveliscombe, Somerset. The congregation draws worshippers from Wiveliscombe and the wider Somerset area. Service times are not yet listed here, so please contact the church directly before planning a visit.
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.
The congregation shares in a long history of worship in England, home to the Church of England alongside thriving Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and independent churches. Wiveliscombe lies within Somerset, whose county town is Taunton. First-time visitors and regular worshippers alike will find an open door.
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 Richard of Chichester?⌄
St Richard of Chichester is in Wiveliscombe, Somerset.
What denomination is St Richard of Chichester?⌄
St Richard of Chichester 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 Richard of Chichester?⌄
Service times for St Richard of Chichester are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
Is St Richard of Chichester 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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