About Hersham Baptist Church
In Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, Hersham Baptist Church carries on the Baptist tradition of worship. The church serves Walton-on-Thames together with the villages and towns nearby. To confirm when services are held, it is best to get in touch with the church directly.
The Baptist family of churches carries a long and particular story within the wider Church. Baptist churches practise believer's baptism by immersion and value the independence of each local congregation. The tradition has deep roots in Britain: the first Baptist congregation on English soil gathered in London in 1612. The Baptist Union of Great Britain links around 1,900 churches with roughly 100,000 members, alongside separate unions in Scotland and Wales. The tradition traces its modern form to Early 17th century. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts roughly 100,000 members in Baptist Union churches.
It is one of many congregations found across England, home to the Church of England alongside thriving Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and independent churches. Walton-on-Thames lies within Surrey, whose county town is Guildford. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Walton-on-Thames worth getting to know.
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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Browse all Baptist churches in the UK, or stay local and see Baptist churches in Surrey. Our denomination guide compares the main Christian traditions found across Britain and Ireland.
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 Hersham Baptist Church?⌄
Hersham Baptist Church is in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey.
What denomination is Hersham Baptist Church?⌄
Hersham Baptist Church is part of the Baptist family of churches. Baptist churches practise believer's baptism by immersion and value the independence of each local congregation.
When are services at Hersham Baptist Church?⌄
Service times for Hersham Baptist Church are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
Is Hersham Baptist Church 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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