Hillsborough Parish Church

Hillsborough Parish Church Church Of Ireland in Hillsborough, Co. Down, Northern Ireland.

The Parish Church of St Malachy was built in 1663 and restored in the 18th century by Wills Hill, the first Marquis of Downshire. The church stands on the summit of a gentle slope in the centre of the village some 300 yards from the main street. The two entrance gates, each with 18th century stone-built lodges, sit either side of the screen through which can be seen the lawn leading to the church.

The church today is essentially the same as it was when Wills Hill completed his work of enlargement and restoration before being opened for public worship in 1773. As with any building of considerable age, areas of the church and grounds have been modernised over time, reflecting the progressive development of the way people have sought to meet together and worship God.

✨ LIFE through CHRIST ✨What does it mean to truly live?At our 10:30am Worship Service this Sunday, Bryan Follis will exp...
06/06/2026

✨ LIFE through CHRIST ✨

What does it mean to truly live?

At our 10:30am Worship Service this Sunday, Bryan Follis will explore how Jesus Christ offers not only eternal life, but life in all its fullness today. As we come towards the end of our series in 1 John, we’ll be looking at some of the Bible’s big-picture truths and discovering how they bring hope, purpose and assurance to everyday life.

🎶 Matt Good and the Praise Band will lead us in worship.

👧👦 Josh Thornbury and the team will provide a full range of activities for children and young people, including:
• Children’s Church
• Youth Church
• Crèche for babies and toddlers

☕ After the service, stay for coffee, biscuits and juice for the children in the hall.

Whether you’re a regular attendee, new to church, or simply curious about the Christian faith, you’d be very welcome to join us.

📍 Hillsborough Parish Church
🕥 Sunday | 10:30am

BUT HOW?We often talk about finding security and peace in Jesus Christ, but how do we actually live that out?Join us thi...
30/05/2026

BUT HOW?

We often talk about finding security and peace in Jesus Christ, but how do we actually live that out?

Join us this Sunday at 10:30am as Bryan Follis helps us think practically and pastorally about the identity God gives us, and how that brings real emotional and spiritual security.
Matt Good and the Praise Band will lead worship, with activities for children and young people, plus crèche for babies and toddlers.

We’d love to see you this Sunday at Hillsborough Parish Church.

10:30am and everyone welcome.

GOD is LOVE 🧡Join us this Sunday at 10:30am for our weekly Worship Service at Hillsborough Parish Church.Bryan Follis wi...
23/05/2026

GOD is LOVE 🧡

Join us this Sunday at 10:30am for our weekly Worship Service at Hillsborough Parish Church.

Bryan Follis will be helping us think about the deep love God has for each of us and how that love shapes the way we care for one another as Christians.

Matt Good and the Praise Band will lead us in worship, with songs focusing on the love of God.

There will be Children’s Church, Youth Church and Crèche for our young people, plus coffee in the hall afterwards.

We’d love to see you there! ☕✨

Family Service this Sunday! 🙌Join us at 10:30am in Hillsborough Parish Church for a lively morning of all-age worship.He...
16/05/2026

Family Service this Sunday! 🙌

Join us at 10:30am in Hillsborough Parish Church for a lively morning of all-age worship.

Here’s what’s happening:

• Worship led by Matt Good and the Praise Band 🎶
• Josh Thornbury continuing our series 'People Jesus Meets' with the story of Levi
• Tea & coffee for the grown-ups ☕
• Juice & jam doughnuts for the young ones 🍩🧃

It should be a joyful morning for all ages and we’d love to see you there! 👋

🧸 Tots&Co is back tomorrow! 🧸We’re delighted to let you know that Tots&Co returns tomorrow, Monday 11 May!Join us from 1...
10/05/2026

🧸 Tots&Co is back tomorrow! 🧸

We’re delighted to let you know that Tots&Co returns tomorrow, Monday 11 May!

Join us from 10:00am at Hillsborough Parish Church Centre for a lovely morning of play, chat, tea/coffee, and fun with your little ones. ☕🧃

If you’ve never been before, you are so welcome to come along with your toddler or little one it’s a relaxed and friendly space to connect with other parents, grandparents and carers while the children enjoy themselves.

We can’t wait to see you all tomorrow! 💛

It’s ALL about JESUS!This Sunday at our 10:30am Worship Service, Bryan Follis will be helping us think about what sits r...
08/05/2026

It’s ALL about JESUS!

This Sunday at our 10:30am Worship Service, Bryan Follis will be helping us think about what sits right at the heart of Christianity: Jesus Christ Himself. It’s so easy to get distracted by secondary issues, or even petty ones, and lose sight of Jesus, the One who alone is the source of true peace.

🎶 Matt Good and the Praise Band will lead our worship
👶 Crèche available for babies and toddlers
🙋 Activities for children and young people
☕ Coffee in the hall afterwards

We’d love to see you there!

LOVED and LOVING 💛This Sunday at our 10:30am Worship Service, Bryan Follis continues our series in 1 John, exploring how...
01/05/2026

LOVED and LOVING 💛

This Sunday at our 10:30am Worship Service, Bryan Follis continues our series in 1 John, exploring how the secure love of Jesus Christ frees us to love others sacrificially.

Worship: Matt Good & the Praise Band
Children & Youth: Full range of activities
Crèche: Available for babies and toddlers
Baptism: We look forward to welcoming two families for the Holy Baptism of their baby boys

A warm welcome awaits at Hillsborough Parish Church, so come along and invite someone with you!

We:WORSHIP. This Sunday, 6:30pm.An hour to slow down, lift our eyes, and meet with God.Join us this Sunday evening at Hi...
25/04/2026

We:WORSHIP. This Sunday, 6:30pm.

An hour to slow down, lift our eyes, and meet with God.

Join us this Sunday evening at Hillsborough Parish Church for We:Worship - a relaxed, reflective service led by Matt Good and the Praise Band, with a short thought from Bryan Follis and some Bible readings.

No rush. No pressure. Just space to worship and be refreshed.

And if someone comes to mind… a friend, neighbour, colleague - why not invite them along? This is a really gentle way to come and experience church for the first time.

6:30pm. You’re very welcome.

WHO AM I?�It’s a question we all ask at some point…Who am I? Where do I belong? What really defines me?�This Sunday at o...
24/04/2026

WHO AM I?�

It’s a question we all ask at some point…
Who am I? Where do I belong? What really defines me?�

This Sunday at our 10:30am Worship Service, Bryan Follis continues our series in 1 John as we explore the powerful theme of identity and what it means to truly know who we are in Christ.�

🎶 Worship will be led by Matt Good and the Praise Band
👶 Crèche available for babies & toddlers
🎨 Full programme for children & young people
☕ And as always, coffee will be served afterwards so plenty of time to chat, connect, and catch up.�

Whether you’re full of faith, full of questions, or somewhere in between, you are so welcome.�

Join us this Sunday at Hillsborough Parish Church!

🔹At our Annual General Vestry on Sunday, our Rector, Bryan Follis, shared that Hillsborough Parish Church gave away £66,...
22/04/2026

🔹At our Annual General Vestry on Sunday, our Rector, Bryan Follis, shared that Hillsborough Parish Church gave away £66,231 in 2025.🔹

Of this, £44,656 was allocated by the Select Vestry from our general funds to support our mission partners both at home and abroad, all made possible through the faithful, regular giving of parishioners month by month.

As we reflect on this, we are encouraged by the real impact being made in people’s lives. Thank you for your generosity, it is making a genuine difference!

Address

Main Street
Hillsborough
BT266AE

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+442892688839

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