St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell
Greenfield Street, Holywell, Holywell, Wales, CH8 7PN
Quick answer
St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell is a Roman Catholic church at Greenfield Street, Holywell in Holywell, Wales. Services include Service & Veneration of the Relic of St Winefride (Daily 12:00) — 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
- Roman Catholic (catholic)
- Location
- Holywell, Wales
- Postcode
- CH8 7PN
- Diocese
- Diocese of Wrexham
- Main service
- Daily 12:00 — Service & Veneration of the Relic of St Winefride
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 18 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Service & Veneration of the Relic of St Winefride
From Pentecost until the last Sunday of September; on Sundays at 14:30
verified 18 July 2026
About St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell
St Winefride's Well in Holywell (Treffynnon) has been a place of Christian pilgrimage for over 1,300 years and is often called the oldest continually visited pilgrimage site in Britain. The spring is associated with the 7th-century Welsh saint Winefride (Gwenffrewi), and the vaulted late-15th-century chapel built over the well under Lady Margaret Beaufort is the only shrine in Britain to have survived the Reformation. Pilgrims still come to bathe in the waters and to venerate the saint's relic. The shrine, in the care of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Wrexham, welcomes visitors of every background.
Notable facts about St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell
- The Roman Catholic Church is the largest Christian denomination in the world and in the UK, tracing its leadership in continuous succession from the Apostle Peter.
- St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell belongs to the Diocese of Wrexham, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell carries a dedication to Saint Winefride — church dedications like this often reach back to the earliest centuries of Christianity in Wales.
What to Expect at a Roman Catholic Church
Roman Catholic worship centres on the Mass, the celebration of the Eucharist. A typical Mass includes readings from Scripture, a homily, the Liturgy of the Eucharist and Holy Communion, and usually lasts around an hour. Most parishes offer a Saturday evening Vigil Mass as well as Sunday morning Masses, along with regular opportunities for confession (reconciliation). Visitors of any background are welcome to attend.
Facilities & Accessibility
- Pilgrim bathing pool
- 15th-century well chapel
- Visitor centre and museum
- Relic of St Winefride
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell?
St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell is located at Greenfield Street, Holywell, Holywell, CH8 7PN, Wales. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell?
St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell is a Roman Catholic church, part of the Diocese of Wrexham. You can read more about the Roman Catholic tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell?
St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell holds regular services on Daily; 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 Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell?
You can contact St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in Wales, St Winefride's Well & Shrine, Holywell welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.