Royston Parish Church of St John the Baptist

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Discover Royston Parish Church in the centre of the town.

All are welcome to join the services on a Wednesday, Saturday andSunday and take part in the various activities at Royston Parish Church, where you will receive a warm welcome.

The Church was founded as a priory of Augustinian Canons in about the year 1162. Dedicated to St John the Baptist and St Thomas of Canterbury (Becket), the church and priory buildings gradually expanded until the dissolution of the monasteries nearly 400 years later during the reign of King Henry VIII.

Following a fire in 2018, Royston Parish Church is currently undergoing refurbishment, and services are being held at Royston Town Hall or online.

Melbourn Street, Royston SG8 9LG

www.roystonparishchurch.org.uk