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About The Salvation Army - Pontypool

In Pontypool, Torfaen, The Salvation Army - Pontypool carries on the Salvation Army tradition of worship. The congregation meets at Park Road, Pontypool. The church keeps its service schedule and activities updated at www.salvationarmy.org.uk/pontypool.

Salvation Army congregations represent one enduring branch of the Christian faith in these islands. The Salvation Army was founded by William and Catherine Booth in the East End of London in 1865 and is known as much for its social work as for its worship. Local churches, called corps, combine Sunday services with food banks, debt advice, homelessness support and, famously, brass bands. There are around 600 corps across the UK and Ireland. The tradition traces its modern form to 1865. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts around 600 corps in the UK and Ireland.

The church stands within the wider Christian life of Wales, the land of the chapel, where the Nonconformist inheritance still marks almost every community. Pontypool is the county town of Torfaen and a focal point for church life in the area. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Pontypool 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 Salvation Army churches in the UK, or stay local and see Salvation Army churches in Torfaen. 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 The Salvation Army - Pontypool?

The Salvation Army - Pontypool is at Park Road, Pontypool, Torfaen, NP4 6JH.

What denomination is The Salvation Army - Pontypool?

The Salvation Army - Pontypool is part of the Salvation Army family of churches. The Salvation Army was founded by William and Catherine Booth in the East End of London in 1865 and is known as much for its social work as for its worship.

When are services at The Salvation Army - Pontypool?

Service times for The Salvation Army - Pontypool are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/pontypool or contact the church directly to confirm.

Does The Salvation Army - Pontypool have a website?

Yes, the church's website is https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/pontypool.

What is the phone number for The Salvation Army - Pontypool?

You can ring The Salvation Army - Pontypool on +44 1495 751480. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.

How do I get to The Salvation Army - Pontypool?

The church is at Park Road, Pontypool, Torfaen. 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 Salvation Army - Pontypool 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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