St Peter and Paul Church, Newport

St Peter and Paul Church is a Catholic church in Newport, Shropshire, standing beside Salters Hall in the village center. The building features five large stained glass windows created by Margaret Rope in the twentieth century that dominate the interior.

The building dates from 1650 and represents the oldest Catholic parish in Shropshire, established through connections with the Catholic Talbot family at Longford Hall. This early foundation reflects the community's deep roots in the region's religious life.

The windows showcase representations of Saints Peter and Paul, Winefride and Nicholas, along with Our Lady Help of Christians that shape the interior space. These glass works tell stories of religious devotion that visitors notice immediately upon entering.

The church is located on Salters Lane and remains active as a place of worship serving Newport and surrounding villages. Visitors can explore the interior at leisure to observe the windows and overall space.

A memorial garden outside the east end houses a stone figure of Christ on a wooden crucifix painted red to mark the stigmata. This sculptural work creates a quiet space for reflection beyond the main building.

Location: Newport

Website: http://sspeter-paul.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 52.76990,-2.38361

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:03