Holcombe · Hawkshaw · Holcombe Brook
Loving God, loving neighbours; sharing Jesus with you — across three churches on the edge of the moors.
A very warm welcome
"Come and join us for worship, to find out more about the Christian faith."
We are a large evangelical parish firmly rooted in the Church of England, based near Ramsbottom on the edge of Manchester and the West Pennine Moors, but at the centre of our communities.
Across our churches we have different styles of worship but one heart: we seek to live out our faith in Jesus, honouring God through the quality of our worship and the welcome we extend to all in His name.
Each of our three churches offers its own style of worship — all share the same warm welcome. You will be most welcome at any of them.
From weekly drop-ins to shared lunches, there's always a place at the table.
Dates and times can vary — please check the Parish Calendar for the latest. Canon Lewis Hall is part of Emmanuel Church Centre.
A warm welcome, tea or coffee and a friendly chat at Canon Lewis Hall. Everyone welcome.
Games, activities, snacks and time with friends for young people in Years 7–9, at St. Mary's on Thursday evenings during term time.
A simple lunch, cakes and good company at Canon Lewis Hall. Stay for Holy Communion at 2pm if you wish.
Chat, games, raffles, puzzles and more — a friendly monthly morning at St. Mary's for our older friends. All welcome.
Space to pause, pray and reflect at Emmanuel Church Centre. Check the Parish Calendar.
Relaxed, family-friendly worship with the Campfire Church team — including our Christmas Christingle. Check the Parish Calendar.
Support through life's joys and challenges, offered with compassion and in confidence.
Nurturing the faith and joy of young people through groups, schools and shared events.
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Young Life brings together everything we do with children, young people and families across the parish — Sunday groups and youth club, parish trips to Yorkshire Camps, Campfire Church, and big community moments like Glow and the Summer Carnival. Whatever your family's story, you're welcome.
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The best way to get to know us is to come along to a service — but we'd love to hear from you however you reach out.
Near Ramsbottom, on the edge of the West Pennine Moors
The parish of Holcombe and Hawkshaw is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Manchester’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact our Parish Safeguarding Officer Liz Webber — safeguarding@holcombehawkshaw.org
Diocesan Safeguarding Officer Abbey Clephane-Wilson — safeguarding@manchester.anglican.org · Read our policy
