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Alleluia!

June 1, 2020

This article appeared in the May issue of our parish magazine, which was distributed predominantly digitally. … More Alleluia!

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Desert Island Songs of Praise

April 19, 2020

Shortly before Holy Week, Rev Deborah asked the Church Family which are their favourite songs of praise, and why – a bit like Desert Island Disks. All the nominations have been collated and placed in rank order. Here are the results … More Desert Island Songs of Praise

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Autumn Days – E White (1925-2011)

October 1, 2019

This is a well-established favourite of our Sunday School! I think the children would choose to sing it every week if they could, but they are strictly limited to autumn only … More Autumn Days – E White (1925-2011)

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How Hard Can It Be?

September 15, 2018

As part of her preparations for retirement, Rev Debby needed to find someone to choose hymns for the ‘first Sunday’ services each month. She asked me to consider taking on that responsibility, and I said yes, after all, how hard can it be? … More How Hard Can It Be?

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O Jesus I Have Promised

September 2, 2017

This is one of my favourite hymns, learned at High Down County Junior School, Portishead, back in the 1970s, and always sung with gusto by everyone present. I never quite understood who Julie was … More O Jesus I Have Promised

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Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, Los Angeles

July 28, 2017

This contribution to our summer series of blog posts comes from Rev Alison at All Saints Stand. … More Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, Los Angeles

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Safeguarding

Our Safeguarding Officers are:

Jacqueline J (children)

Andrew G (vulnerable adults)

They can be reached on stmargaretprestwich@gmail.com or via the Contact Us page of this website

St Margaret Prestwich

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Prestwich and Kersal Mission Community

St Margaret’s and St George’s are both members of Prestwich and Kersal Mission Community within the Bury and Rossendale Deanery.

Parish Buildings

St Margaret's Church, St George's Church, St Margaret's Church House, St Margaret's Community Centre and the Lady Wilton Hall (Simister) are all available for hire. Please submit your enquiries via the Contact Page.

Upcoming Events

  • Rhyme Time January 13, 2026 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm St. Margaret's Community Centre, St Margaret's Rd, Prestwich, Manchester M25 2LY, UK This is an event reminder
  • Holy Communion January 14, 2026 at 10:00 am – 10:45 am St. Margaret C of E Church, St Margaret's Rd, Prestwich, Manchester M25 2QB, UK A said service of Holy Communion
  • Maggie's Music Makers January 14, 2026 at 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm St. Margaret C of E Church, St. Margaret's Vicarage, St Margaret's Rd, Prestwich, Manchester M25 2QB, UK Come along and develop your confidence to sing! Everyone welcome, regardless of ability. Please enter via the vestry and remember to bring a pencil.

Baptisms, Weddings, Funerals

Baptisms, Banns of Marriage, Weddings, Funerals can be arranged by contacting the ministry team via the Contact page.

Weekly Services

St Margaret’s Church serves the Holyrood district of Prestwich; St George’s Church serves Simister. Sunday Services at St Margaret’s are at 8am (Holy Communion), 9.45am (Sung Eucharist) and 4pm on some Sundays (said, style varies, check the calendar below). Sunday services at St George’s are at 11.15am. St Margaret’s also offers a service of Holy Communion at 10am every Wednesday.

Find St Margaret's Here:

2 St Margaret's Road
Prestwich
Manchester M25 2QB

Find St George's Here:

Nutt Lane, Simister
Manchester M25 2RS
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