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St John the Baptist

A Georgian Church set in the middle of the Georgian St John's Square in the heart of Wakefield's Northern Conservation Area.

Wakefield, Yorkshire

Opening times

The church can be visited during the annual Heritage Weekend in September when tours to the crypt and bell tower are provided. Visitors can request access at other times by contacting the churchwarden.

Address

Wentworth Street
Wakefield
Yorkshire
WF1 2QU

Built in 1795, St John's is a building of historic interest set in an area of Wakefield in West Yorkshire that was developed in the Georgian era. The church occupies the central position surrounded by St John's Square on three sides. The church has many original Georgian features as well as a significant Gothic style chancel added in 1905.

  • National heritage here

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Captivating architecture

  • Parking within 250m

  • Level access to the main areas

  • Bus stop within 100m

  • Accessible toilets in church

  • Annual Heritage Weekend opening in September.

  • Church of England

  • Foundation Grant, £4,720, 2020

  • Our Foundation Grants fund urgent maintenance work and small repairs to help keep churches open.

Contact information

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