Parish of Honley with Brockholes
Welcome to
St George's, Brockholes
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A church at the heart of a worshipping community
All are welcome at St George's Brockholes, whether you've just moved to the area or have lived here all your life.
Our church family is made up of all kinds of people of differing interests, talents and needs. Why not join us for one of our services?
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​We gather on Sundays to hear God's word and to share the love of Christ in the sacrament of Holy Communion. Please note, the first Sunday of each month is reserved for Morning Worship for All Ages at 11am.
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So make your way up the track to this lovely, intimate church. We would love to see you. For those with mobility issues, we have​ wheelchair access, disabled parking, a fully accessible toilet and a loop system.​
The history and growth of our 19th century church
Marianne Armitage, of High Royd, Honley, is believed to have been the pioneer behind St George’s Church. She found the full £1,000 to build the church after seeing Brockholes children braving the rain to go to Sunday school in Honley.
1861: The first building was a rectangular nave where the congregation now sits. Canon Hulbert, vicar of All Hallows, presented the bell, which formerly hung at his family home in Shropshire.
1873: The Baptistry was built at the west end and the chancel added at the east. The church was re-seated at a cost of £900.
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1890/91: The organ chamber was added on the
south side of the chancel and the choir vestry on the north.
1931: The church and chancel were beautified and again in 1963 and 1992.
1998: By Pastoral Order signed by the Bishop of Wakefield, Nigel McCulloch, St George’s Church became a parish church within the Parish of Honley.
1999: The nave altar was used for the first time.
2002: The cloakroom was built out of the former belfry.
2011: The churchyard, in a poor state, was completely restored, thanks to volunteers.
