Worship

Wilberfoss has a long Christian history, and worship has been part of village life for centuries.

St John the Baptist Church

Our parish church, St John the Baptist, stands on Beckside and dates from the 12th century. It sits beside the site of the former Benedictine nunnery and is one of the oldest buildings in the village. Services, events and the latest news from the church are on our church page.

The church is also home to one of the village's three public access defibrillators, fixed to its outside wall.

Other places of worship nearby

There are other churches and places of worship in the neighbouring villages and towns of the East Riding, covering a range of traditions and denominations. If you are looking for a particular faith or service time, a good starting point is a search on the internet or a question to a neighbour. The noticeboards in the village also carry details of local events.

Weddings, baptisms and funerals

For enquiries about weddings, baptisms or funerals, please contact the church directly. If you are not sure who to ask, the Parish Clerk will do their best to point you in the right direction.

Village life and the church

The church and its churchyard are a well-loved part of the village, and many local events have been held there over the years. Visitors are welcome to look around at suitable times, and the building is a good place to see how the village has changed across nine centuries.

You can read more about the village's past on our About Wilberfoss page.