Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Church Street
Barnsley, S71 4QZ
South Yorkshire - Built
- 1101
- Listed status
- Grade I listed
Sources: Historic England list entry 1151127, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q17524540, OpenStreetMap
Before visiting St John the Baptist
Service times are not recorded in this listing. We cannot confirm when the next service takes place or whether the building opens outside worship hours.
We do not have confirmed information here about step-free access, accessible toilets, hearing support or supervised children’s groups. If these matter for your visit, ask the church about the specific service you plan to attend.
No direct contact details are recorded. Use the linked sources above or the wider local directory to continue your search.
About St John the Baptist
St John the Baptist is a Church of England parish church on Church Street in Royston, Barnsley, South Yorkshire. It remains in active use and belongs to the Sheffield diocese. The church has held Grade I listed status since 1966, recognising its exceptional historic and architectural interest.
A church stood here by the twelfth century, serving an extensive parish that included several nearby settlements. Much of the present structure dates from rebuilding during the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries. Built from local sandstone, it has an aisled five-bay nave, a chancel with adjoining chapels, a northern porch and a three-stage western tower. The tower includes a projecting oriel above the entrance, where tradition records that a lamp helped travellers crossing the marshy Dearne Valley. Medieval features include octagonal nave piers, carved timber roofs and a heraldic stone font. George Fowler Jones oversaw extensive restoration from 1867 to 1869.
Getting there
Frequently asked questions
Where is St John the Baptist?⌄
St John the Baptist is at Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 4QZ.
What denomination is St John the Baptist?⌄
St John the Baptist in Barnsley belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the St John the Baptist building?⌄
The building dates from 1101. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.
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