Sunday worship 11.15am St Werburgh’s Parish Church (The New Church), Bent Lane, WA13 9QT – all welcome
Sunday worship 11.15am St Werburgh’s Parish Church (The New Church), Bent Lane, WA13 9QT – all welcome
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St Werburgh’s Parish Church on Bent Lane is the centre of regular worship in Warburton and a striking example of Victorian church architecture.
Built for the parish
The church is built in Runcorn sandstone in the early Perpendicular style. Designed by the noted architect John Douglas, it was funded by the parish patron R E Egerton-Warburton and stands about half a mile from the medieval Old Church.
The building is traditionally known locally as the “New Church”, although it has served the parish since the 19th century.
Inside the church
Small details tell the story of the building, the village and the generations who have worshipped here.
A carved figure of the seventh-century saint to whom the church is dedicated.
One of the older treasures carried forward into the later parish church.
An oak chest secured by three antique locks.
A replica records the village under its historic name, Wareburghtune.
Musicians from Psalm 150 appear in the fine carving at the front of the stalls.
Including a white frontal embroidered by Mother Kate of Haggerston in the Victorian period.
Eight bells
The north-east tower holds eight bells. Seven carry words from the Beatitudes, while the tenor invites the village to the house of prayer.
Practical information
Bent Lane, Warburton, Lymm, WA13 9TQ
Accessible parking, ramped entrance, hearing loop and assistance dogs welcome.
The church is normally open for services. Contact the parish before making a special visit.
St Werburgh’s
Our regular worship usually begins at 11.15am. Come as you are and stay for coffee afterwards.