St John the Evangelist Church, New Briggate, Leeds LS2 8JA
Details
Accessibility:
Parking: There are disability parking bays located close to the church in Mark Lane.
Due to the age of the building there is limited access to some areas. The approach is via stone steps that lead to a flagstone pathway. Please be aware that the approach can be slippery in wet weather.
Disability/pushchair access is via an entrance in Merrion Gardens.
Interior - there is level access around the interior. There is a small step up to the Communion Table, this is a restricted area to the public. Some of the flooring is worn and uneven in area.
A leaflet of the church and points of interest can be downloaded by clicking on the link.
https://www.visitchurches.org.uk/asset/B21570CC-DB63-4682-9298E8624AF599D0/
Brief description:
St. John the Evangelist Church is under the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. It is a Grade I listed building and is the oldest church in Leeds. Built between 1632-34 and paid for by its founder John Harrison, a wealthy merchant and royalist supporter of Charles I. The church is renowned for its highly decorative Jacobean ceiling, pews and screen with carved wood decorations.
Address:
23 New Briggate, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 8JA
Email:
Phone:
07867974738
Website:
https://www.visitchurches.org.uk/visit/church-listing/st-john-leeds.html#
Directions:
OS map ref.SE302337
The church is a 10 minute walk from the Tourist Centre via Headrow and New Briggate.
Opening Times:
Transport:
Leeds is served by the A64(M)
The closest railway station is at Leeds approximately 630 yards/metres away. Buses operate in and around the local area.
For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info or call 0871 200 22 33.
Amenities:
The Arch Cafe is located adjacent to the Church and offers hot food and drinks.
Leeds has a wealth of attractions including museums, theatres, churches, hotels, bed-and-breakfast accommodation, bars and restaurants, with grocery stores and shopping centres.
Travel Information
For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info
Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
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Location
Nearest Venues
392 metres*
450 metres*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.