St James with St Thomas Church. Poolstock. Wigan. Greater Manchester.

We are currently fundraising to refurbish and rehang the bells at our church and are actively looking for people to join our growing band of ringers. We are a friendly bunch of people and everyone is welcome. People will be invited watch the bells in full working order by way of CCTV that is fitted into the belfry. Refreshments are available on the day and there will be activites for children. We have a beautiful ornate church building with stunning ceilings and fresco's. We also invite photographers to enjoy the day bringing their own equipment to capture the light streaming through stained glass windows and to feel welcome to shoot both inside and outside of this wonderful church building. There will be ministry available on the day and if you would like a chat or a prayer then we will be more than happy to help. There is parking on the roadside outside of church and along Pool Street around the corner. The Leeds - Liverpool canal is just across the main road and this event would be a great stop over for people enjoying a canal barge holiday.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 14 September:

1100-1900

Location & directions

St. James Centre, Church Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN3 5DZ

Directions:

2 miles from the M6 northbound junction 24.

Contact on day:

Carole Simm

Telephone number:

+447910009888

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Book on day

Booking conditions:

Tours will take place every hour, on the hour. If you wish to pre book, please contact either Carole Simm on 07910009888, Dorothy Harrison on 07947840109 or Alex Fishburn on 07706510058.

Booking contact name:

As above

Booking telephone number:

+447910009888

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.facebook.com/stjamestowerproject

Booking opens:

01 Aug 2024 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

14 Sep 2024 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

Please note that the tower is not accessible for disabled people. However there is access to all other parts of the church

Additional information

There are 54 steps to the ringing chamber where you will find adequate seating while you catch your breath. Once here you will be given a short talk about our bells at St James and watch a display of change ringing. You will be given an opportunity to have a 'go' if you so desire. There are extensive grounds where you can walk around and the Leeds/Liverpool canal is just across the road.

Max no of people per tour:

25

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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