The Parish
The parish of St Mary’s covers the neighbourhoods around Wrotham Road, Coldharbour Road and Dene Holm, extending from Woodlands Park in the north to Watling Street and Cyclopark in the south.
The parish includes
- Dene Holm area
- Painter’s Ash Primary School
- Shears Green / Coldharbour Road
- St George’s CofE School
- Squadron Manor Care Home
- Cyclopark / Watling Street edge
- Woodlands Park
Your Parish Church
St Mary’s is a parish church, which means we are here for everyone who lives within our parish boundaries — not only for those who come to services on Sundays.
In the Church of England every parish church has a particular responsibility for the people who live in its neighbourhood. That means the clergy and church community at St Mary’s seek to serve and pray for the whole parish: families, schools, businesses, care homes, and all who make their lives here.
You do not have to be a regular churchgoer to turn to the parish church. We are here for the significant moments of life — baptisms, weddings and funerals — and also in times when people simply need someone to talk to, prayer, or pastoral support.
Whether you come often, occasionally, or not at all, St Mary’s is your church, and you are always welcome.