Milnrow Parish Church (St James the Apostle)
St. James Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 3JT
Designed by the architect George Edmund Street, who also designed the Royal Courts of Justice in London, with stone sculpture by Thomas Earp, whose works include the Eleanor Cross which stands at Charing Cross, London, this present Church building has served the people of Milnrow for over 150 years being dedicated on 21 August 1869. It had replaced an earlier building built in the grounds in 1814. Money for the present building was donated by James Schofield, a local mill owner and his family.
The Church has recently undergone restoration and redecoration to the Chancel area and the roof has also undergone refurbishment in 2022.
The Churchyard is the final resting place of David Brooks one of the Original Rochdale Pioneers. Our War Memorial has recently had a major refurbishment and there are a number of War Graves within the grounds.
Timings & Tours
- Friday 13 September:
- 11.00 - 16.00
- Saturday 14 September:
- 10.00 - 16.00
- Sunday 15 September:
- 11.00 - 15.00
Location & directions
St. James Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 3JT
- Directions:
- St James St is a one way street and can only be accessed via Kiln Lane. Please use the postcode for Milnrow Parish Primary School (OL16 3JT)
- Contact on day:
- Mrs Anne Winn
- Telephone number:
- +447729111408
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
There are a number of steps at entrance to church.
