Holy Cross Parish Church, Woodchurch
Holy Cross Parish Church, Church Lane, Upton, Wirral, Merseyside, CH49 7LS
12th century Norman church, stone structure forms the present nave. 14th century south aisle and chancel. 17th century bread shelves and charity board. The 400 year old porch has a heavily studded door with spy hole. North aisle built in the 1960’s features two stained glass windows designed by Trena Cox.
Church opens for visitors 10am to 4pm with guided leaflets and a Children’s Trail available during the day. See the bread shelves and charity board that reflect the social conditions of the time. Medieval craftmanship of the four bench ends of the clergy stalls.
Tower tours – climb the 100+ steps for views of Woodchurch and beyond. Maximum of 4 in tower tours per visit.
Times of tours 10.30am / 12.30pm /2.30pm. (Restrictions – please contact Parish Office)
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1000 - 1600
Location & directions
Holy Cross Parish Church, Church Lane, Upton, Wirral, Merseyside, CH49 7LS
- Contact on day:
- Sue - Parish Administrator
- Telephone number:
- +441516775352
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Tower Visits - No children under 8 years. All children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. The tower is accessed by 100+ steps up a narrow staircase. Suitable footwear and clothing are required. Access is not possible for wheelchairs, push chairs or prams. Not suitable for anyone with mobility difficulties or anyone who is pregnant or has a health issue which would make it unsafe for them to climb steep steps. NO dogs are allowed in the tower. Maximum 4 people per following session times: 10.30am / 12.30pm / 2.30pm
