HERITAGE OPEN DAYS 2024

for 8 days, 5 hours
St John the Evangelist, Hurst
Kings Road, Hurst, Ashton-under-Lyne Ashton-under-Lyne Manchester, OL6 8EZ, United Kingdom

St John’s Church, Hurst, warmly welcomes visitors to celebrate Heritage Open Days :-

Saturday 7 September: 10.00am – 2.00pm
Sunday 8 September: 12.15pm - 3.00pm
Saturday 14 September: 10.00am - 2.00pm
Sunday 15 September: 12.15pm - 3.00pm

Our unique Grade II listed church & grounds will be open for visitors to view and learn about our history and role in the community, past and present. Old maps and records chart the evolution of Hurst from hamlet to village to township. Come and see our plant fossil display ‘The Rainforest under our Feet’.

St John the Evangelist is the only Anglican place of worship in the Parish of Hurst. It was consecrated by the first bishop of Manchester in 1849. Oldham Whittaker, a local mill owner funded the building of the church. Sheldon was the original architect.
The north and south transepts, Whittaker Chapel, tower and spire were added in 1862. This architect was George Shaw of Saddleworth and the unique dark oak reredos, panelling and artefacts, as well as the stained-glass windows, are all his work.
This year’s theme: - Routes – Networks – Connections – Old Maps

• There will be information on the history of Hurst and St John’s – display, leaflets and talks.
• Our famous stuffed owl that lived in the church in the 1930s will be on display - hear his story!
• Registers available for family tree searches.
• Children’s activities available
• Refreshments available
• Full wheelchair access
• On-site disabled parking
• Other parking available on-street
• On-site accessible toilet
• Hearing loop
• Assistance dogs welcome
• Pushchair/pram friendly

PLUS
Ashton Photographic and Imaging Society will be holding an exhibition on 14th and 15th September

Find us:
St John’s Church has a magnificent spire that can be seen from many aspects of the parish. You may approach St John’s from the traffic lights at Hurst Cross which is marked by a huge stone cross given by subscription by the people of Hurst around the same time that the church was built. From Hurst Cross proceed down Kings Road. You will see St John’s immediately after the shops on the right-hand side.
Post Code: OL6 8EZ

St John the Evangelist, Hurst

WELCOME and thank you for visiting these pages. 

We are a welcoming and inclusive Christian community built on the understanding that God accepts us equally and believing that God calls us equally to share that unconditional love with all people, without exception.

All are welcome to our services and events, most of which are followed by light refreshment and an opportunity to chat with St John's folk.

St John's Church seeks to serve the community of Hurst, Ashton-under-Lyne and has done so for the past 170 years. 

You can find details of usual services and regular activities on these pages.

Our Vicar is:           Revd Carol Schofield        [email protected]        07875 660379


Our Church Wardens are:

Graham Pinder    07960 885819             Richard Ambler   07747 865633

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Get in touch

Revd Carol Schofield

St John the Evangelist
Kings Road
Hurst
Ashton-under-Lyne

OL6 8EZ
Vicar
07875 660379
What's on

HERITAGE OPEN DAYS 2024

for 8 days, 5 hours
St John the Evangelist, Hurst
Kings Road, Hurst, Ashton-under-Lyne Ashton-under-Lyne Manchester, OL6 8EZ, United Kingdom

St John’s Church, Hurst, warmly welcomes visitors to celebrate Heritage Open Days :-

Saturday 7 September: 10.00am – 2.00pm
Sunday 8 September: 12.15pm - 3.00pm
Saturday 14 September: 10.00am - 2.00pm
Sunday 15 September: 12.15pm - 3.00pm

Our unique Grade II listed church & grounds will be open for visitors to view and learn about our history and role in the community, past and present. Old maps and records chart the evolution of Hurst from hamlet to village to township. Come and see our plant fossil display ‘The Rainforest under our Feet’.

St John the Evangelist is the only Anglican place of worship in the Parish of Hurst. It was consecrated by the first bishop of Manchester in 1849. Oldham Whittaker, a local mill owner funded the building of the church. Sheldon was the original architect.
The north and south transepts, Whittaker Chapel, tower and spire were added in 1862. This architect was George Shaw of Saddleworth and the unique dark oak reredos, panelling and artefacts, as well as the stained-glass windows, are all his work.
This year’s theme: - Routes – Networks – Connections – Old Maps

• There will be information on the history of Hurst and St John’s – display, leaflets and talks.
• Our famous stuffed owl that lived in the church in the 1930s will be on display - hear his story!
• Registers available for family tree searches.
• Children’s activities available
• Refreshments available
• Full wheelchair access
• On-site disabled parking
• Other parking available on-street
• On-site accessible toilet
• Hearing loop
• Assistance dogs welcome
• Pushchair/pram friendly

PLUS
Ashton Photographic and Imaging Society will be holding an exhibition on 14th and 15th September

Find us:
St John’s Church has a magnificent spire that can be seen from many aspects of the parish. You may approach St John’s from the traffic lights at Hurst Cross which is marked by a huge stone cross given by subscription by the people of Hurst around the same time that the church was built. From Hurst Cross proceed down Kings Road. You will see St John’s immediately after the shops on the right-hand side.
Post Code: OL6 8EZ

Safeguarding

Our Parish 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 Co-ordinator (PSO). Our Diocese’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 or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor - see the contact list below.
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.

Quick Contact List

Vicar - Revd Carol Schofield [email protected] 07875 660379

Parish Safeguarding Coordinator ​​
Jan Ratcliffe 0773 469 5117 [email protected]

Diocesan Safeguarding Officer​​
Abbey Clephane-Wilson [email protected] 0161 828 1451 / 07436 589606

Safeguarding Helpline 0303 003 111 The helpline will be staffed by the 31:8 - an independent safeguarding charity - and is available 7 days a week. Calls will be handled sensitively and confidentially.

Helplines
NSPCC Child Protection Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (lines free and open 24 hours).
Child-line: 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours).
Parent Line: 0808 800 2222
National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours).
Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours).
Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 080 8808 8141 (free phone Monday to Friday 9-5pm)
If the situation is dangerous for a child, young person or adult at risk, dial 999 ask for POLICE