About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is a Salvation Army church serving South Shields and the surrounding parts of Tyne and Wear. The congregation meets at Wawn Street, South Shields. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at www.salvationarmy.org.uk/south-shields.
The Salvation Army tradition holds a distinctive place within British church life. 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.
It belongs to the broad community of churches across England, where the parish system has shaped local life for more than a thousand years. South Shields lies within Tyne and Wear, whose county town is Newcastle upon Tyne. First-time visitors and regular worshippers alike will find an open door.
Planning a visit? Arriving ten minutes early leaves time to find a seat and say hello. Parking near British churches is often limited, so check the surrounding streets or walk if you can, and if step-free access or a hearing loop matters to you, it is worth ringing ahead, as provision varies from building to building.
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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 The Salvation Army?⌄
The Salvation Army is at Wawn Street, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE33 4EB.
What denomination is The Salvation Army?⌄
The Salvation Army belongs to the Salvation Army tradition. 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?⌄
Service times for The Salvation Army are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/south-shields or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does The Salvation Army have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/south-shields.
What is the phone number for The Salvation Army?⌄
You can ring The Salvation Army on +44 191 455 3710. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to The Salvation Army?⌄
The church is at Wawn Street, South Shields, Tyne and Wear. 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 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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