St. John the Baptist Church,
Brinklow
'...an active and integral part of the community.'
St. John The Baptist Church – The People
St. John’s is an active and integral part of the community.
Young people take an active role in a monthly service, from reading to leading Worship and taking ownership of services.
The Church works closely with the local Primary School – and at least four joint School / Church services are held each year, which are well attended by the children’s families and friends.
A monthly ‘café church’ encourages new members to attend Church, many of whom now help organise and run the sessions.
The Church plays a key role in organising events such as the Christmas Fayre & biennial Brinklow Scarecrow Festival.
People make the Church in Brinklow– and that's why it is special.
St. John The Baptist Church – The Builidng
The Parish Church of St. John the Baptist was built in the 13th century and is sited on the side of the Fosse Way in Brinklow.
The Church has serviced the village for over 750 years and was partly rebuilt towards the end of the 15th century, whilst the interior was extensively altered in the 19th century.
A recorded list of Rectors dates from 1257.
An unusual feature inside is the steep slope from east to west of some 12 feet.
There is a ring of eight bells that are rung regularly for Sunday services, weddings and other occasions.