St Oswald's

St Oswald's is a friendly church and we would love to welcome you. The church building stands at the centre of the village of Winwick on raised ground, welcoming all who pass through. There is evidence that the Christian faith has been here for over 1,000 years and continues today. The Church building is mentioned in the Domesday Book and the church is an integral part of the area's history and community.

On the 29/02/2024, Reverend Martin Cox was appointed Priest-in-Charge at St. Oswald’s Church, Winwick, plus Rector of Christ Church, Croft and Newchurch Parish Church, Culcheth. 

Sunday Services of Worship - up to end of February 2025.

Sunday 2nd February, 10:30am - Joint Holy Communion at Newchurch Parish Church, Culcheth (Presentation of Christ in the Temple) 

Sunday 9th February, 10.30 am - Said Holy Communion - led by Rev Pat Gray.

Sunday 16th February, 9.00am - Said Holy Communion - led by Rev Martin 

Sunday 23rd February, 10.30am - Holy Communion - led by Rev Martin and Katy Berry

Unless otherwise stated services will be at St. Oswald’s Church, Winwick.

Joint services are held at:

Christ Church, Lady Lane, Croft, WA3 7AU

Newchurch Parish Church, Church Lane, Culcheth, WA3 5ET

 Please refer to our website and/or Facebook page for the most up to date information on services. 

https://www.stoswaldwinwick.church/

*Info correct as on 01/02/2025

PLEASE NOTE: If you are viewing this via the Parish Giving Scheme Web Page then this information may be out of date, as the PGS website are not always able to update regularly. Please click on our website link above for services, events etc. 

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Help our church to remain a focal point in the community.

Get in touch

Reverend Martin Cox; Priest-in-Charge

C/O St. Oswald's Church
Golborne Road
Winwick
Warrington

WA2 8SZ
Revd Martin Cox; Priest-in-Charge
07783 938335
John Watkin; Church Warden
01925 766889

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What's on

Bags2Church on Friday 14th February 2025

for 15 mins
St Oswald's
Golborne Road Winwick Warrington WA2 8LF, WA2 8LF, United Kingdom

Help the environment, declutter and raise money for your Church at the same time!!!

We are having a bag collection to raise much needed funds for the Church.
In conjunction with the company Bag2School we are collecting unwanted clothing, bags, bedding etc. (Please see below for full details of wanted/unwanted items.)
Bags will be available from the back of the Church or the Church Hall from next week. Alternatively, items can be placed in a bin bag.
There is no limit to the number of bags that can be collected. The heavier they weigh the more we will get paid! All donations will be much appreciated. 🙏🙏🙏

Collection Date: Friday 14th February by 9am

*Please click on the attachment to see what is and is not allowed.

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News

Battle Of Winwick Reenactment At St. Oswald’s Church

Battle of Winwick marked at Winwick Heritage Open Weekend
A MAJOR battle which was crucial in the Civil War will be marked during an exciting weekend in Winwick.

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Safeguarding

"Our parish of Winwick: St Oswald is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Liverpool’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO.
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO, Mrs. Karen Brierley, email; [email protected] or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor, Andy Holmes, telephone: 07940 378139, email: [email protected]
If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services."