Cradley Church
... in the centre of the village
Welcome
Welcome to the parish church of St. James the Great in Cradley. The Village of Cradley is blessed with a splendid historic church situated in the heart of the village surounded by beautiful rural English countryside. Black and white timbered cottages vie with up to the minute eco friendly housing. The history of the church is a fascinating one, however, the life of the church today is focused on forward looking worship and remaining relevant to the village population of today ... while the active bell-ringing group ensure that the village is still able to enjoy the sound of the church bells. The church is open from 8.00 am – 5.00 pm in the winter and 8.00 am – 7.00 pm during the summer.
Why not support the work of the church and its maintenance by joining the Cradley Church 100 Club? Joining forms are now available.
During the first half of 2019 a significant programme of repairs was carried out at Cradley church, part of which was funded from a grant from the National churches Trust.
Peace in which to pray
... fellowship in which to worship
Services this week
In Cradley or Live-streamed
Sunday 23 February 2025 at 10:45 AMParish Communion
Second Before Lent (BCP Sexagesima)
Sunday 23 February 2025 at 6:00 PM
Live-streamed service of Evening Prayer
Second Before Lent (BCP Sexagesima)
Please join online (or by 'phone on 0330 221 0097 with Access Code: 578-270-357).
Download order of service on the day
Wednesday 26 February 2025 at 10:00 AM
Holy Communion (said)
Wednesday 26 February 2025 at 6:30 PM
Live-streamed Evening Prayer
Please join us online (or by 'phone on 0330 221 0097 with Access Code: 496-060-773). (Order of service)
In our neighbouring churches
At Mathon
Sunday 23 February 2025 at 9:30 AM
Shorter Mattins
Second Before Lent (BCP Sexagesima)
At Storridge
Sunday 23 February 2025 at 9:30 AM
Mattins - Lay led
Second Before Lent (BCP Sexagesima)
Events
... to bring the community together
Events
Throughout the year the Church organises events to bring the village together and to celebrate milestones in the christian year.
Next event in Cradley
Sunday 2 March 2025 at 3:00 PM at Cradley church
St David's Day Concert: Worcester Male Voice Choir and Shelley Fairplay - hapist
Tickets £18 to include refreshments
Tickets available from Margaret (01886 880529), Chris (01886 884553) and Cradley Village Store.
Proceeds to be shared equally between Cradley church and Cradley Village Hall.
Next featured up-coming event in the Benefice / Deanery :
Wednesday 5 March 2025 at 7:00 PM
at Cradley village hall
'CHRIST AND THE CHOCOLATERIE', a series of Lent Meetings based on the film version of a novel by Joanna Harris, runs over 6 weeks on Wednesday evenings from 5 March to 9 April at 7.00 p.m. in Cradley village hall. led by Jane MacFarlane, Lay Minister. For further information see fliers and posters in the churches, or contact Jane on 07582 931158.
Our Rector
... Revd. Prebendary Robert Ward
Our Rector
The Revd. Prebendary Robert Ward's ministry covers the parishes of Mathon, Cradley and Storridge.
The Rectory, Rectory Lane, Cradley, Herefordshire, WR13 5LQ
01886 880438
robert.ward776@gmail.com
Cradley Church Parochial Church Council (PCC)
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Together
... in faith
Eco Church
Cradley PCC believe that everyone should do more to preserve and enhance the natural environment, treating it with wisdom and moderation. Many people in poorer parts of the world are adversely affected by climate change, mostly caused by industrialised Western nations: this has become a moral issue, and everyone needs to do everything they can to help.
Cradley Church members are exploring ways in which they and the wide community can make small changes to everyday life to contribute to a better and more sustainable environment, and are applying for an 'Eco Church' award.
Caring for the God's creation
... safe-guarding the environment