An active Anglican parish church on Liverpool Road North, Burscough, designated Grade II* for its architectural and historical significance.
At a glance
St John the Baptist Church serves as the parish church of Burscough, Lancashire, within the Anglican Diocese of Liverpool. The building is recorded in the National Heritage List for England and carries Grade II* listed status, reflecting its importance to the local and architectural heritage.
History
The church was constructed with financial support from the Church Building Commission, making it a Commissioners’ church—a category of parish churches erected during the nineteenth-century expansion of the Church of England. Its benefice has been united with those of St Andrew, St Cyprian, and Oaks, all located in Burscough Bridge.
What you see
The building is recognised as Grade II* listed, indicating it possesses particular architectural or historical interest worthy of preservation. Specific architectural details are best observed during a visit to the church on Liverpool Road North.
Cultural significance
St John the Baptist Church represents the nineteenth-century growth of Anglican parishes across Lancashire. As a Commissioners’ church, it exemplifies the coordinated ecclesiastical expansion supported by government grants and reflects the religious and social priorities of that era.
Key facts
- Location: Liverpool Road North, Burscough, Lancashire
- Country: United Kingdom
- Listed status: Grade II*
- Coordinates: 53.6045, −2.8403
- Denomination: Anglican Church of England
- Diocese: Liverpool
- Deanery: Ormskirk
- Archdeaconry: Warrington
Practical information & getting there
The church is located on Liverpool Road North in Burscough, Lancashire. Check the parish website or contact the Diocese of Liverpool for current visiting hours, services, and any access information before planning your visit.
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