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.
In the first part of May 2025, Cradley Church was thrilled to announce that it received a Silver Eco Church Award. This is the result of a years’ application process, work by Tony Copp and John Parsons, with support from Revd Robert Ward, the PCC, Mike Hames and Sue Warner. Whereas this is a tribute to the work the church has undertaken over recent years, the PCC intends to continue to reduce the carbon footprint of the church still further, and enhance the local environment in the months and years ahead.
Find out more about 'eco church'
Peace in which to pray
... fellowship in which to worship
Services this week
In Cradley or Live-streamed
Wednesday 21 May 2025 at 10:00 AMHoly Communion (said)
Wednesday 21 May 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)
Sunday 25 May 2025 at 6:00 PM
Live-streamed service of Evening Prayer for Rogation
Rogation Sunday
Please join online (or by 'phone on 0330 221 0097 with Access Code: 578-270-357).
Download order of service on the day
In our neighbouring churches
At Mathon
Sunday 25 May 2025 at 10:00 AM
Rogation Sunday Service
Rogation Sunday
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
There are currently no up-coming events at Cradley Church, please be sure to come back and check again soon
Next featured up-coming event in the Benefice / Deanery :
There are currently no up-coming Benefice / featured Dearery events, please be sure to come back and check again soon
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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Stay in touch
Sign up to get our weekly news update emailed directly to you inbox (if you change your mind you can opt out again at any time) - contact a churchwarden for more details - or pick up a copy of the weekly (A4) printed news sheet (known as the pewsheet) in church.
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