St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump)
Church Close, Boston, Boston, England, PE21 6NW
Next service Sunday 19 July · 11:00 — Choral Eucharist
Quick answer
St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump) is a Church of England (Anglican) church at Church Close, Boston in Boston, England. Sunday services include Choral Eucharist at 11:00 and Choral Evensong at 17:00 — times verified 18 July 2026, but confirm with the parish before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
At a Glance
Verified 18 July 2026
- Denomination
- Church of England (Anglican) (anglican)
- Location
- Boston, England
- Postcode
- PE21 6NW
- Diocese
- Diocese of Lincoln
- Main service
- Sunday 11:00 — Choral Eucharist
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 18 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Choral Eucharist
verified 18 July 2026
Choral Evensong
First and third Sundays of the month, during term time
verified 18 July 2026
Morning Prayer
verified 18 July 2026
Said Eucharist
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Midday Prayers
verified 18 July 2026
About St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump)
St Botolph's Church, known worldwide as the Boston Stump, is one of the largest parish churches in England. Building began in 1309 and the great tower was completed in the early 16th century; Pevsner called it a 'giant among English parish churches'. The church is forever linked with the Pilgrim Fathers through John Cotton, whose preaching here helped inspire the emigrants who founded Boston, Massachusetts in 1630. Today it is an active Church of England parish, open daily with a refectory, gift shop and tower climbs.
Notable facts about St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump)
- The Church of England is the established church of England and the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion, which numbers tens of millions of members across more than 165 countries.
- St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump) belongs to the Diocese of Lincoln, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump) carries a dedication to Saint Botolph — church dedications like this often reach back to the earliest centuries of Christianity in England.
- With 5 regular services listed across 4 days of the week, St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump) offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
What to Expect at a Church of England (Anglican) Church
Anglican (Church of England) worship follows the rhythm of the Book of Common Prayer and Common Worship. Sunday services often range from a said early-morning Holy Communion to a main mid-morning Sung Eucharist or Morning Prayer, and many parishes hold Choral Evensong later in the day. Services blend set liturgy, hymns, Scripture readings and a sermon. Everyone is welcome, whether you are exploring faith or returning to church.
Facilities & Accessibility
- Refectory café
- Gift shop
- Tower Experience climbs
- Daily opening
- Guided tours
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump)?
St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump) is located at Church Close, Boston, Boston, PE21 6NW, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump)?
St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump) is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Lincoln. You can read more about the Church of England (Anglican) tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump)?
St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump) holds regular services on Sunday, Monday to Wednesday, Wednesday, Weekdays; see the full list of service times on this page. Times can change for holidays and special occasions, so it is worth checking with the church before visiting.
How do I contact St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump)?
You can contact St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump) by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump)?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump) welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.