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Welcome to the Parish of Baildon

Welcome to the Church of England in Baildon. We have three churches, St John’s Parish Church, St James’s and St Hugh’s. Our Churches are a witness to God’s love in this community as we meet together for prayer and worship every Sunday and serve this community in all sorts of ways. You will find a warm welcome at any of our churches and we are always here for you.
View our regular services pattern here or view our Calendar below.
We live-stream our Sunday Service on our Facebook page every week. The weekly service booklet is available on our website so you can follow the service at home – click on ‘Service Sheet and News’ on the tab below.

Christenings and Weddings

If you would like to arrange a wedding or christening, come along to Vestry Hour any Tuesday at St John’s Church Hall between 6pm and 7pm to speak to a member of our clergy team.

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St John’s is situated in the heart of Baildon centre. We welcome you to join us at any of our church services, social groups and regular fund raising events. ‘more’

St James’ known locally as ‘the little white church’ for its picturesque chocolate-box appeal is popular for Weddings and Christenings. Situated in the Charlestown area of Baildon ‘more’

St Hugh’s church and Community Centre serves the lower Baildon community. Offering church services, social groups, food bank, community involvement and children’s services. ‘more’

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You are warmly invited to a special Service of Remembrance at St John’s Church, Baildon, on Sunday 1st November at 4.30pm, as we come together to remember those we love but see no longer.

During the service, there will be an opportunity to light a candle in memory of a loved one and reflect on the precious memories we hold dear.

Our Memorial Book will be available to view for all those who have made an entry.

The names of loved ones whose details have recently been added to the lists available in church will also be read aloud during the service.

Whether you wish to remember someone whose name is included or simply take a quiet moment to reflect, all are welcome to join us for this special time of remembrance.
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Remembrance Sunday – Sunday 8th November 2026

You are warmly invited to join us at St John’s Church, Baildon, for our Civic Act of Remembrance on Remembrance Sunday.

The service will begin at 10.45am, in time to observe the two-minute silence at 11am, following the sounding of the Last Post, as we come together to honour and remember all those who have given their lives in the service of our country.

We welcome everyone to join us for this important act of remembrance, reflection and gratitude.

All are welcome.
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Remembering those that we have lost. Join us at St John’s Baildon for an All Souls Service on Sunday 1st November at 4:30pm and Remembrance Sunday, 8th November at 10:45am.
A message from the Vicar of Baildon, Reverend Canon Sandra Benham.
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Rev Sandra Benham, Vicar of Baildon
Sandra’s role is to lead, with others both lay and ordained, the community of faith in Baildon and to be public face of the Church. This includes leading worship in our three Churches, being a presence in the wider community through work with schools, community organisations and other institutions as well as having a civic responsibility in the town.

Ian’s role is to offer support to the Vicar and the other clergy, to protect the fabric and inventory of the three Churches and to be welcoming to all who wish to worship in the parish.

Sarah offers administrative support to our churches and runs the parish office. She also works as our Parish Community Development Worker which involves setting up groups, bringing in community support and funding to benefit the wider Baildon community.

Rev Ruth Yeoman, Associate Priest, working half-time

‘Ruth works as a member of the ministry team across the whole parish. She engages particularly with children and young families, including ministry to local schools, and will be exploring new informal and creative styles of worship.’

Sheila’s role is to represent parishioners and support the Vicar and other clergy in the running of the parish. She looks after the churches and everything in them.