St Oswald's

St Oswald's is a friendly church and we would love to welcome you. The church building stands at the centre of the village of Winwick on raised ground, welcoming all who pass through. There is evidence that the Christian faith has been here for over 1,000 years and continues today. The Church building is mentioned in the Domesday Book and the church is an integral part of the area's history and community.

On the 29/02/2024, Reverend Martin Cox was appointed Priest-in-Charge at St. Oswald’s Church, Winwick, plus Rector of Christ Church, Croft and Newchurch Parish Church, Culcheth. 

Joint services are held at:

Christ Church, Lady Lane, Croft, WA3 7AU

Newchurch Parish Church, Church Lane, Culcheth, WA3 5ET

Information can also be found on our Facebook page and website

https://www.stoswaldwinwick.church/

*Info correct as on 05/12/2025

PLEASE NOTE: If you are viewing this via the Parish Giving Scheme Web Page then this information may be out of date, as the PGS website are not always able to update regularly. Please click on our website link above for services, events etc. 

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Get in touch

Reverend Martin Cox; Priest-in-Charge

C/O St. Oswald's Church
Golborne Road
Winwick
Warrington

WA2 8SZ
Revd Martin Cox; Priest-in-Charge
07783 938335
What's on

Coffee Morning - "Warm & Welcome" Chat

Thursday 08 January 2026, Thursday 22 January 2026, Thursday 05 February 2026, Thursday 19 February 2026 Thursday at for 2 hours
St Oswald's
Golborne Road Winwick Warrington WA2 8LF, WA2 8LF, United Kingdom

This takes place every other Thursday from 10am to 12pm in the Church hall.
Everyone is welcome, especially those who are feeling lonely! Come along and meet other people, have a chat.
Refreshments available free of charge or for a small donation if able.
Please help us spread the word to let everyone know!

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News

New Curate appointed to Winwick Deanery

Reverend Martin Fuller has been appointed as the new curate to serve in the Winwick Deanery comprising the three churches of St. Oswald’s Winwick, Christ Church, Croft and Newchurch, Culcheth.

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Safeguarding

"Our parish of Winwick: St Oswald is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Liverpool’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO.
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO, Mrs. Karen Brierley, email; [email protected] or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor, Andy Holmes, telephone: 07940 378139, email: [email protected]
If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services."