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St. Bartholomew, Rainhill

 

The Parish Church of

The Parish Church of St. Bartholomew is situated in the Village of Rainhill, Merseyside, about eleven miles from  Liverpool.

Rainhill, although much changed from the outlying village that existed here until the 1960's, still maintains much of its charm and is surrounded by countryside. It is a great place to live not only because of the village atmosphere and thriving shops but also because it is central for travel to all parts of the country by road (M62), by rail (Liverpool-Manchester) and by air (Liverpool Airport)

Our Parish Priest is Fr. Phil Swanson and he is assisted by our Deacon Rev. Bernard Smith and retired Deacon, Rev. Bert Wright..Fr. Phil is also the Parish Priest of St. Theresa's,Sutton Manor.

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This Sunday is 22nd. Sunday of the Year. Year C.
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 The next steam train through    
   Rainhill will be:
  Sunday 12th. December, to York
  
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   The cash machine presently situated in Ann's newsagents within Dane Court has been extensively used by local shoppers during the last few months. Two attempted robberies have been totally foiled but have given Ann many problems and worries.
After the latest attempt we were informed that Ann was still fully behind supporting this vital service for the local people and we commend her for this.
The old HSBC unit is currently available for lease after earlier plans fell through. If a new leaseholder agrees to move the cash machine back to it's original site, it will be welcomed by all.
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Network Rail has finally applied to St Helens Council Planning Department for permission to renovate our historic Rainhill Station. The work will involve many replacement parts including parts of the canopy, the roof, the entrance steps and the retaining walls.
The railway coach that has served as the site for our railway museum is to retire very soon. Much needed repairs to the carriage do not make economic sense and the ability to provide disabled access cannot be addressed properly.
Work has been going on in the background for the last couple of years to find an alternative site. A consultation exercise has now been completed with Rainhill Railway and Heritage Society, Rainhill Civic Society and Rainhill Parish Council along with the Ward Councillors.
The obvious site for the museum, an unused section of the railway station building, has been fully investigated and looks ideal. Network Rail have been negotiating with St Helens Council and funding streams have been explored.
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Updated: Sunday 29/08/2010
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August 29th/30th at various stages in and around the city.
Over 300,000 people are expected to watch the bands on several stages between 11am and 6pm. A great Day!!
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 SUMMER FUN in Church Square.
 A ‘beach’ is provided along with attractions for young children
 It all happens each day between 9 am and 5pm.