St John the Baptist's Church, Broughton, Anglican parish church in Broughton, England.
Description
St John the Baptist's Church is a sandstone parish church in Broughton featuring a five-bay nave, a chancel with organ chamber, and a three-stage west tower. Gothic architectural elements define its overall design.
History
The west tower was built in 1533 during Henry VIII's reign, while the nave was rebuilt in 1826 with the current design. The chancel was added later in 1906 as an extension.
Culture
The interior displays a brass chandelier and stained glass windows created by different artisans across the decades. These collections show how the community shaped and enriched the space over many generations.
Practical
The church sits on Church Lane off Garstang Road in Broughton. It holds regular services for both local and nearby communities.
Did you know?
The churchyard holds three listed structures including an 18th-century sundial and old village stocks. These additional buildings reflect the site's long role as a community gathering point.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Broughton).
Chingle Hall
3.1 km
St Mary's Church
2.6 km
St Anne's Church, Woodplumpton
3 km
Christ Church, Fulwood
3.1 km
St Lawrence's Church
3.1 km
Church Cottage
42 m
Roman Catholic School
2.5 km
Hankinson Bridge (Number 40)
3.3 km
Bridge No 14 Over Lancaster Canal
3.2 km
Lancaster Canal Bridge: Moon's Bridge (Number 36)
3.1 km
Daniels Farmhouse
1.5 km
Moon's Farmhouse
3.1 km
Hollowforth Aqueduct Bridge Number 38
2.9 km
Fernyhalgh War Memorial
2.6 km
Sundial circa 5 metres south of Church of St John the Baptist
15 m
Broughton in Amounderness War Memorial
383 m
Lancaster Canal Hepgreave Bridge Number 39
3.2 km
Ingol Library
3.1 km
Canal Aqueduct, Numbered 13, Approximately 300 Metres South Of Canal Bridge No 14
3.3 km
Stocks circa 5 metres south of lychgate to Church of St. Anne
2.9 km
Barton Cross
3 km
Milestone On West Side Of Road Outside Harris Orphanage
2.1 km
Milestone On West Side Of Road Circa 50 Metres North Of Helms Farm
1.1 km
Preston District Health Authority Headquarters
2.9 km
Broughton Church Of England Primary School
37 m
Milestone On West Side Of Road Opposite Number 650
2.7 km
Milestone On West Side Of Road At North Side Of Entrance To County Fire Brigade Hq
498 m
Pinfold In Corner Of Field To South Of Number 442
554 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes