About St James
Among the Church of England congregations of West Midlands, St James gathers in Coventry. The building stands at Abbey Road, Coventry. To confirm when services are held, it is best to get in touch with the church directly.
The Church of England tradition holds a distinctive place within British church life. 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 belongs to the broad community of churches across England, whose landscape holds everything from Saxon churches to congregations meeting in converted warehouses. Coventry lies within West Midlands, whose county town is Birmingham. The church forms part of the wider Church of England presence across West Midlands.
Thinking of coming along? Simply turn up: no invitation is needed. Allow a little extra time for getting there, as parking close to older church buildings can be tight, and if accessibility is a concern, a quick call ahead will confirm arrangements such as ramps, accessible toilets or a hearing loop.
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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 James?⌄
St James is at Abbey Road, Coventry, West Midlands.
What denomination is St James?⌄
St James worships within the Church of England stream of Christianity. 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 James?⌄
Service times for St James are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
How do I get to St James?⌄
The church is at Abbey Road, Coventry, West Midlands. 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 James 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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