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.
Sunday Services of Worship - up to the end of September
Sunday 31st August - Celtic Communion by Rev Trevor Hodson and Rev Martin Fuller.
Sunday 7th September 10.30am - Joint Holy Communion at Christ Church, Croft by Rev. Martin Cox and Rev. Martin Fuller.
Sunday 14th September 10:30am - Holy Communion by Rev. Trevor Hodson.
Sunday 21st September 9am - Said Holy Communion by Rev Martin Cox.
Sunday 28th September 10.30am -Harvest Thanksgiving with Holy Communion by Rev. Martin Cox.
Unless otherwise stated services will be at St. Oswald’s Church, Winwick.
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 25/08/2025
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"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."
