St James The Great
92 Church Lane, Wigan, Wigan, England, WN6 9SP
Quick answer
St James The Great is a Church of England (Anglican) church at 92 Church Lane, Wigan in Wigan, England. Service times are not yet verified — confirm with the parish before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
At a Glance
Verified 1 July 2026
- Denomination
- Church of England (Anglican) (anglican)
- Location
- Wigan, England
- Postcode
- WN6 9SP
- Diocese
- Diocese of Liverpool
Service & Mass Times
Service times not yet verified — confirm with the parish before travelling. The church's own website will have the latest times.
About St James The Great
Chester Cathedral — the Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary — occupies the site of a Benedictine abbey founded by Hugh of Avranches, the first Earl of Chester, in 1093. The cathedral is noted for its exceptional medieval choir stalls with elaborately carved misericords, and its magnificent Victorian restoration by George Gilbert Scott. It serves as the mother church of the Diocese of Chester.
Notable facts about St James The Great
- 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 James The Great belongs to the Diocese of Liverpool, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- St James The Great carries a dedication to Saint James — church dedications like this often reach back to the earliest centuries of Christianity in England.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St James The Great?
St James The Great is located at 92 Church Lane, Wigan, Wigan, WN6 9SP, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is St James The Great?
St James The Great is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Liverpool. 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 James The Great?
Service times for St James The Great are not yet listed in our directory. Please check the church's official website for current Sunday and weekday service times.
How do I contact St James The Great?
You can contact St James The Great by phone or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend St James The Great?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, St James The Great welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.