Saddleworth St Chad

Saddleworth St Chad For general service times, funeral enquiries, baptism enquiries or wedding enquiries, please refer to the very bottom of our 'about us' page. St. THANK YOU!

History: There has been a place of Christian worship on the Parish Church site since 1215 AD, when the first Saddleworth Church was established as a chapel of ease as part of the Rochdale Parish, but in time became the possession of Whalley Abbey. Under the suppression of the churches by Henry VIII, the Abbey had to submit ‘Quick Chapel’, as it was then called, to the jurisdiction of Rochdale and

more recently in 1866, patronage was transferred to the Bishop of Manchester. The current grade 2* listed re-build, which stands in it's own conservation area, is late Georgian. The interior, which includes the original gallery, has a pleasant warmth to it emanating a surprising light and colour. The stained glass tells the tale of the wildness of the weather in this location, though the church does possess a fine Capronier depiction of the Visit of the Magi. The parish has two other worship centres:
Kilngreen Mission Church, situated in Diggle, was originally established in 1785 as a non-denominational school funded by public subscription. This building was demolished in 1870 and replaced by the present building, again paid for by public subscription. Although built as a day school, it has been used for Sunday School for over 100 years under the Parish of St.Chad. The dual purpose building serves as church – with screened off sanctuary, added in the late 1950s – and community focus for many groups and events. It is also used on occasion for weddings, funerals and baptisms. Chad's Parish Centre, Station Road, Uppermill, originally the Church day and Sunday school is situated in a conservation area. Since the 1970s a congregation and Sunday school have met there. The hall is also much used by community groups during the week and the Saddleworth Team Ministry office is also situated here. SUNDAY SERVICE TIMES:

St Chad Church - 11.30am -1st, 2nd and 4th Sunday - Holy Communion, 3rd Sunday - Morning Prayer (no Holy Communion)

St Chad's Parish Centre - 9.30am 1st, 3rd and 4th Sunday Holy Communion & Sunday School, 2nd Family Worship. Kilngreen Church - 9.30am -1st All Age Worship. 2nd, 3rd and 4th Holy Communion with Sunday School. On the 5TH SUNDAY all 3 of the worship centres worship together. The venue is rotated. Please see church notice boards, church magazine or pew sheet for details. FOR ANY QUERIES ABOUT CHURCH RELATED MATTERS E.G. FUNERALS, BAPTISMS OR WEDDINGS, PLEASE RING THE TEAM OFFICE IN THE FIRST INSTANCE ( SEE PHONE NO. ON FRONT PAGE), WHO WILL SIGNPOST YOU TO THE APPROPRIATE CONTACT. ALTERNATIVELY, YOU CAN SUBMIT AN ONLINE REQUEST ON OUR WEBSITE.

31/05/2026

Join me in prayer this 🙏

A very special Walk of Witness this morning out in our community. 💐Well done to all the banner carriers, flower basket h...
29/05/2026

A very special Walk of Witness this morning out in our community. 💐
Well done to all the banner carriers, flower basket holders and volunteers & thank you to everyone who joined us today.

Hail Smiling Morn. 🥁🎶
29/05/2026

Hail Smiling Morn. 🥁🎶

28/05/2026

The Saddleworth Whit Friday Church walks are one of the longest r… Paul Wooding needs your support for Saddleworth Whit Friday Church Walks - Uppermill - 2026

Today is the last day to view the Art Trail at The Parish Centre & Kilngreen Church! There is lots going on at both venu...
04/05/2026

Today is the last day to view the Art Trail at The Parish Centre & Kilngreen Church!
There is lots going on at both venues, so pop in for some delicious refreshments and immerse yourself in the art works and activities. 🎭🎨🖌️🖼️

Join us at The Parish Centre tmrw morning to raise funds for our away-giving charity for May; Christian Aid. ⛑️There wi...
01/05/2026

Join us at The Parish Centre tmrw morning to raise funds for our away-giving charity for May; Christian Aid. ⛑️
There will be home-baked goodies, tea, coffee, a raffle and good company! 🍰☕️

Following the coffee morning, the Parish Centre will remain open for the Saddleworth Art Trail. 🎨🖌️🖼️

🎨🖌️Saddleworth Art Trail 2026 🖌️🎨Both our Parish Centre & Kilngreen Church are proud to be part of this year’s Art Trail...
27/04/2026

🎨🖌️Saddleworth Art Trail 2026 🖌️🎨
Both our Parish Centre & Kilngreen Church are proud to be part of this year’s Art Trail, promoting local talent & welcoming the community into our church.
Please pop in either venue over the weekend and support the artists and our fundraising efforts to support the churches. There is lots on offer!

23/04/2026
Join us tomorrow for a fundraising coffee morning at The Parish Centre, Lee St. ☕️Everyone welcome! 💙🤍
10/04/2026

Join us tomorrow for a fundraising coffee morning at The Parish Centre, Lee St. ☕️
Everyone welcome!
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Church Road, Uppermill
Oldham
OL36LW

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+441457879977

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