St Bartholomew
Tong, Shropshire
St Bartholomew's church is a 600 year old treasure house of alabaster tombs, medieval carving, history and scandal, often described as ‘The Westminster Abbey of the Midlands’.
Opening times
Monday to Friday 10.30am to 2pm.
Address
Church Street
Shifnal
Shropshire
TF11 9AB
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How to get here
52.6642535, -2.3761808
Shifnal Train Station is 5 mins away. Junction 4 of the M54.
This beautiful and imposing church of St Andrew dates back to the 12th century, although people have worshipped on this site for well over a thousand years. As a centre of Christianity, St Andrew's was originally a Minster church with a college of priests serving the area. Among the many architectural and historical features of interest in the church the main ones are:
- A double chancel arch, Norman and 13th century
- A 13th century porch with Priest's room above
- A 14th century Lady Chapel
- A 19th century floor and wall tiles from Coalbrookdale
Today St Andrew's church is a home to a living active and growing fellowship of Christians who meet to worship God, to seek to grow in the Christian faith and to share that faith with others in witness and service.
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Captivating architecture
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Enchanting atmosphere
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Fascinating churchyard
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Glorious furnishings
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Magnificent memorials
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National heritage here
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Social heritage stories
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Spectacular stained glass
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Wildlife haven
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Accessible toilets in church
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Café in church
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Dog friendly
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Level access to the main areas
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On street parking at church
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Ramp or level access available on request
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Space to secure your bike
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Train station within 250m
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Walkers & cyclists welcome
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Wifi
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Everyday Warm Welcome 10.30am to 2pm serving hot refreshments and light lunches from 12noon each day except Tuesday.
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Tuesday 10.30am to 12.30pm open door drop-in.
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Wednesday 9.45am to 11.30am Little Fishes parent and toddler group.
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Yoga, Balance Class, Food Bank, Youth Performing Arts, Dementia Care, AA, Choir, Bell Ringers.
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Church of England
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Gateway Grant, £3,000, 2022
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Our Gateway Grants fund churches developing building projects and also urgent maintenance and repair projects to help keep churches open.