The Parish of Tideswell in Derbyshire's Peak District

Welcome to the Parish (Benefice) of Tideswell in Derbyshire’s beautiful Peak District. It includes Tideswell itself, along with the villages of  Cressbrook, Litton, Miller’s Dale, Peak Dale and Wormhill. For information on services, clergy contact details, events and news, click/tap on the church you are interested in to go their home page. All are welcome to our churches, whether as pilgrims, tourists or worshippers. If you need help with arranging a baptism, wedding or funeral, contact us using the 'Get in Touch' page. Whether you are able to visit in person or only ‘virtually’, we hope you find time and space to meet with God here. 

In 2023, our PCC affirmed this statement of inclusivity:

The Churches of Tideswell Parish welcome all, irrespective of age or ability, race or faith commitment, gender or sexuality.

We recognise that full inclusion is the goal of a journey and not accomplished all at once; but it is a journey we are committed to.

What's on

Morning Prayer starting the day well....

Occurring
Every Wednesday at for 30 mins
Venue
St John the Baptist Tideswell: The Cathedral of the Peak
Address
Commercial Road Tideswell Buxton, SK17 8LF, United Kingdom

Every Wednesday @ 08.30

Cafe church on the third Sunday

Occurring
Monthly. Every Third Sunday at for 1 hour
Start date
Please note that this event will not start until
Break
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 18 Jul 2026
Venue
Litton: Christ Church
Address
Church Lane Litton Buxton, SK17 8RA, United Kingdom

morning informal worship with drinks, worship, welcome

Cafe Church THREE OPPORTUNITIES...

Occurring
Monthly. Every First Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St John the Baptist Tideswell: The Cathedral of the Peak
Address
Commercial Road Tideswell Buxton, SK17 8LF, United Kingdom

more informal services where story is told, refreshments shared, questions explored, laughter and welcome experienced, prayer is discovered and God made visible suitable for people of all ages....

Our churches

Safeguarding

Our Parish 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’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 via their dedicated mobile phone: 07623 756601 or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor via the Derby Diocese website. 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.

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