About St. Mary's Church
St. Mary's Church is a Church of England church serving Whitley Bay and the surrounding parts of Tyne and Wear. You will find the church at Claremont Gardens in Whitley Bay. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at stmarysmonkseaton.co.uk.
The Church of England family of churches carries a long and particular story within the wider Church. The Church of England is the established church in England, with a parish system that reaches every community in the country. Shaped by the English Reformation, it holds catholic and reformed traditions together, from quiet rural evensong to lively city congregations. It cares for around 16,000 church buildings, and average weekly attendance is roughly 700,000. The tradition traces its modern form to the 16th century (English Reformation). As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts around 700,000 weekly attenders.
It is one of many congregations found across England, where the parish system has shaped local life for more than a thousand years. Whitley Bay lies within Tyne and Wear, whose county town is Newcastle upon Tyne. Visitors are welcome, whether you live in Whitley Bay or are simply passing through.
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 St. Mary's Church?⌄
St. Mary's Church is at Claremont Gardens, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, NE26 3SF.
What denomination is St. Mary's Church?⌄
St. Mary's Church belongs to the Church of England tradition. The Church of England is the established church in England, with a parish system that reaches every community in the country.
When are services at St. Mary's Church?⌄
Service times for St. Mary's Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check http://stmarysmonkseaton.co.uk/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St. Mary's Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is http://stmarysmonkseaton.co.uk/.
How do I get to St. Mary's Church?⌄
The church is at Claremont Gardens, Whitley Bay, 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 St. Mary's 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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