Milnrow Parish Church (St James the Apostle)
St. James Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 3JT
Designed by the architect George Edmund Street, who also designed the Royal Courts of Justice in London, with stone sculptures by Thomas Earp, whose works include the Eleanor Cross which stands at Charing Cross, London, this present Church building has served the people of Milnrow for over 155 years having been dedicated on 21 August 1869. It had replaced an earlier building built in the grounds in 1814. Money for the present building was donated by James Schofield, a local mill owner and his family.
The Church has recently undergone restoration and redecoration to the Chancel area, the roof also underwent refurbishment in 2022.
During 2024 we have undertaken some major refurbishment including removal of old organ workings to create 2 lovely meeting areas and to enable the creation of full disabled access.
The Churchyard is the final resting place of David Brooks one of the Original Rochdale Pioneers. Our War Memorial has had major refurbishment work and a number of War Graves are situated around the outside.
Timings & Tours
- Friday 19 September:
- 11.00 - 16.00
- Saturday 20 September:
- 10.00 - 16.00
- Sunday 21 September:
- 11.00 - 15.00
Location & directions
St. James Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 3JT
- Directions:
- St James St is a one way street and can only be accessed via Kiln Lane. Please use the postcode for Milnrow Parish Primary School (OL16 3JT)
- Contact on day:
- Mrs Anne Winn
- Telephone number:
- +447729111408
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
There are a number of steps at entrance to church building although we now have wheelchair access to the building via the rear of the church. There are still a couple of steps from St James Street into the grounds to negotiate.
