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. 

Reverend Martin is also Area Dean for Winwick, covering 14 Parishes.

Joint services are held at:

Christ Church, Lady Lane, Croft, WA3 7AU

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

In 2025, St. Oswald’s Church along with 11 other churches in the Winwick Deanery voted to opt in for Fit for Mission. (FfM) This means working together will free up time and resources to grow the faith in the community and help to make churches more sustainable in the future. This still relies on hard work and commitment from clergy and volunteers. 

On 1st February 2026, Winwick Deanery launched the “acting as if” phase for FfM. 

To find out more about FfM please click on the link below:

https://liverpoolcofe.org/fitformission/

Keep up to date as we progress through FfM by reading the latest Winwick Deanery Update flyer published our Notice section. (News and Notices). 

*Info correct as on 15/02/2026

PLEASE NOTE: If you are viewing this via the Parish Giving Scheme Web Page then this information may be out of date, as the PGS website are not always able to update regularly.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 the link below to view:

https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/15319/


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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

Culcheth Explorers Interest Talks

Every Friday at for 1 hour
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 3 Apr 2026
The Family Room, Newchurch Parish Church
The Family Room, Newchurch Parish Church, Church Lane Culcheth Warrington, WA3

This talk is not academic nor religious, just a fun way to learn and ask questions afterwards.
For details of future talks please see the attached poster.
****Please note Friday 6th February has had to be postponed.

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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."