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St William of York

A historic Grade II listed rural sanctuary rooted in 18th century Catholic resistance, featuring a beautiful attached stone presbytery in the Ribble Valley.

Thornley with Wheatley, Lancashire

Opening times

The Parish was closed in 1991 but the buildings are still used for pastoral purposes.

Address

Longridge Road
Thornley with Wheatley
Lancashire
PR3 2TB

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53.8437094, -2.6051705

How to get here

Located just off Chipping Road, near the village of Thornley. Follow signs for Longridge/Chipping; the church sits back slightly from the rural lane with an attached stone presbytery.

Founded originally as a Catholic mission station in 1738 during a time of intense recusant resistance, the current Grade II listed stone chapel and charming attached presbytery date back to 1818. Nestled in a picturesque rural setting within the Forest of Bowland, the site operates today as a vital centre for mission awareness and pastoral retreats, keeping its centuries-old spiritual heritage alive.

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Social heritage stories

  • Catholic Church

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