St John the Baptist Tideswell: The Cathedral of the Peak

Welcome to the home page of St John the Baptist Church, “The Cathedral of the Peak” in the Derbyshire Parish of Tideswell.

St John's Tideswell is open for private prayer from 10am - 4pm daily unless there is a funeral or wedding. All are welcome in this ancient space where people have prayed for centuries, take a slow walk round the church or simply sit for a while.

The Churches of Tideswell Parish welcome all, irrespective of age or ability, race or faith commitment, gender or sexuality. For contact details or information about services and events, news and notices, please go to the relevant pages in the Menu bar.

DailyHope, a free national telephone line, offers music, prayers and reflections as well as full worship services from the Church of England at the end of the phone. The line is available 24 hours a day on 0800 804 8044.

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Cathedral of the Peak Lighting Appeal

Help us replace the lighting and wiring in St John's

Get in touch

The Churchwardens

c/o The Church Office,
Tideswell Institute
Tideswell
Buxton
Derbyshire

SK17 8LQ
Churchwarden
07736701180
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Parish Communion

Monthly. Every Second, Fourth Sunday at for 1 hour
St John the Baptist Tideswell: The Cathedral of the Peak
St John the Baptist Tideswell: The Cathedral of the Peak, Commercial Road Tideswell Buxton, SK17 8LF, United Kingdom

A Common Worship Order 1 service with hymns accompanied on the organ.There is coffee/tea and chat after the service for any who would like to stay.

Everyday faith

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St John The Baptist Church

Restoration works are still taking place in the Church which will affect your visit

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Safeguarding

Our parish of Tideswell: St John the Baptist 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 Derby’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 ( dedicated phone number 07523756601) or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (please call 01332 388678 or complete the Safeguarding Concern Form).
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.

Safeguarding Concern Form