St John The Baptist Church, Armitage with Handsacre
Details
Accessibility
https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/4136/facilities/
2026:
"Accessible parking
Accessible toilet
Assistance dogs welcome
Car park/parking
Ramp
Hearing loop
Large print"
Brief description
https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/4136/about-us/
2026:
"Armitage with Handsacre has a population of approximately 5000 in 2,700 households with more being planned for the near future. A hermit is said to have lived among the rocks here before the church was built. It is likely that the name ‘Armitage’ came from ‘Hermitage’. ‘Handsacre’ is reckoned to be of Saxon origin and derived from ‘Han’s acre’.
The village is probably best known for the Armitage Shanks ceramic bathroom ware manufactured in the large factory here. Other local employment includes industry, agriculture, retail, trades and an Amazon warehouse near Rugeley. The parish is fortunate to also possess a regular bus service, two primary schools, a post office, shops, pubs, restaurants and a Methodist church with whom we have an excellent working relationship."
Address
9 Church Lane, Armitage, Rugeley WS15 4BA
Phone
Revd Cath Leighton - Team Vicar: 07903164242
Chris Rogers - Church Warden: 07552215087
Website
https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/4136/
Directions
Opening Times
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
Transport
Amenities
https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/4136/facilities/
2026:
"Listed building
Stained glass
Toilets
Music and worship: Bell ringing, book of common prayer services, organ
Help for visitors: Free WIFI, church open, guidebooks/notes
Other features: fairtrade, conservation area"
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Location
Nearest Venues
1.25 miles*
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