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VJ Day Tea Party

Come and join us for a commemoration of Victory over Japan and the end of the Second World War

We begin with the Act of Remembrance at 11am and then move on to a celebratory tone with a 1940s Tea Party from 11.30am – 2.30pm

Union flags hang in abundance celebrating the Allies vistory over Japan in 1945

Enjoy tea, coffee or cold drinks and 1940s inspired spam, corned beef or cheese spread sandwiches. followed of course by traditional cakes with 1940s music.

Share memories of days gone by at our ‘memories chat’ table with old pictures/books etc to spark conversations with new friends.

Wooden wall mounted list of those who died in the 1st and 2nd World Wars

Read the harrowing stories of church members who never returned from the horrific Japanese prisoner of war camps, and whose names are forever remembered on our war memorial.

Take time out for quiet reflection/prayer or light a candle in the peaceful, traditional church.

Come and go as you please, free event

Introducing…’Friendly Thursdays’!

A steaming cup of coffee

At long last we are able reopen the cafe area with a new venture – ‘Friendly Thursdays’! At the moment it will just be on the third Thursday of the month until we are established and can recruit some more volunteers.

Starting Thursday 18th June, we will be open from 11am until 3pm with a hot drink and cake just £2.50. Forthcoming dates 18th June, 16th July, 20th August, 17th September 2026.

There will be a ‘Memories chat’ area with local history information to take you on a journey down memory lane or reminisce with fellow visitors. The ‘join-in jigsaw’ is also awaiting keen puzzlers to complete it. Free Wi-Fi available too.

Just need timeout?

Our traditional peaceful church will be open for quiet prayer/reflection and candle lighting. You can just escape the hustle and bustle for a bit of quiet time.

All are welcome, we have a ramp for wheelchair access.

A white taper lights a white church candle

Lent and Easter Services 2026

A man kneels in prayer silhouetted in the sunset infront of three crosses on a hill

During this penitential season of Lent we have Stations of the Cross every other week on a Friday at 12.30pm. Below is the full list of services from March to Easter Sunday. You are more than welcome to join us.


Sunday 1st March 10.30am Second Sunday of Lent – St David’s Day – Sung Mass
Sunday 8th March 10.30am Third Sunday of Lent – Sung Mass
Friday 13th March 12.30pm Stations of the Cross
Sunday 15th March Fourth Sunday of Lent – MOTHERING SUNDAY- Sung Mass
Sunday 22nd March 10.30am Fifth Sunday of Lent – Sung Mass
Friday 27th March 12.30pm Stations of the Cross
Sunday 29th March 10.30AM PALM SUNDAY – Sung Mass
Thursday 2nd April MAUNDY THURSDAY – 7.30pm Mass with footwashing followed by Watch & Meditation until 9.30pm
Friday 3rd April GOOD FRIDAY – 1pm Stations of the Cross 2pm Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion
Sunday 5th April EASTER SUNDAY – 10.30am Sung Mass

Colourful painting of the last supper

Luke 22:20 In the same way, after the supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.

A Lego model of the empty tomb with the large round door moved to one side, with an angel upon it. Two female figures look inside with a bottle of oil stood n the floor.

Christmas Eve Carols & Reflection

A view of St Peter's Church taken from St Peter's Square in the snow

Take a break from the hustle and bustle in Stockport Town Centre and join us for an informal Carol Service followed by festive refreshments in the community cafe area. The church will remain open for private prayer, reflection and candle lighting for an hour after the service so you can take time out to focus on the true meaning of Christmas.
1pm Service
Open until 3pm
Best wishes for a happy and healthy Christmas from all at St Peter’s!

Mary Joseph and baby Jesus in a crib - lego figures
Image by Jonathan Fahrny from Pixabay

VJ Day Tea Party

St Peter’s will be open from 10am – 1pm for a 1940s themed tea party, and take part in the national two-minutes silence at 12noon at our war memorial.

Union flags hang in abundance celebrating the Allies vistory over Japan in 1945

Enjoy tea, coffee or cold drinks and cakes in our cafe area with 1940s music and traditional games.

Share memories of days gone by at our new ‘memories chat’ table with old pictures/books etc to spark conversations with new friends.

Wooden wall mounted list of those who died in the 1st and 2nd World Wars

Read the harrowing stories of church members who never returned from the horrific Japanese prisoner of war camps, and whose names are forever remembered on our war memorial.

Take time out for quiet reflection/prayer or light a candle in the peaceful, traditional church.

Apart from a worthy date to remember, we hope the event will act as a successful pilot with a view to reopening our cafe area on a permanent basis. Volunteers wuld be most welcome to help us to achieve this and provide a cheap & cheerful space for people to socialise and take time out for prayer/reflection.

Easter 2025

With the end of Lent and the celebration of our Risen Lord fast approaching, here are our Easter service times for you to make a note of and hopefully come and join us – all are welcome!

  • Palm Sunday 13th April 10.30am service with distribution of Palm Crosses
  • Maundy Thusday 17th April 7.30pm Mass of the Lord’s Supper with footwashing and Watch until 9.30pm
  • Good Friday 18th April 1.00pm Stations of the Cross, 2.00pm Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion
  • Easter Sunday 20th April 10.30am service with Easter Ceremonies
Colourful painting of the last supper
Luke 22:20 In the same way, after the supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.
 Psalm 33:20-22 We wait in hope for the Lord; he is our help and our shield. In him our hearts rejoice, for we trust in his holy name. May your unfailing love be with us, Lord, even as we put our hope in you.
A Lego model of the empty tomb with the large round door moved to one side, with an angel upon it. Two female figures look inside with a bottle of oil stood on the floor. Happy Easter!

Stations of the Cross

A man kneels in prayer silhouetted in the sunset infront of three crosses on a hill
Join us for Stations of the Cross this Lent

During Lent Stations of the Cross will take place on 28th March and 11th April at 12.30pm

A reading and prayer is said at each of the stations around the church, with a different theme each session. It is a deep spiritual and contemplative experience during this time of Lent. All are welcome to join us.

Queen Elizabeth II Memorials

Queen Elizabeth II - head and shoulders portrait of Her Majesty smiling dressed in yellow in the sunshine

We join with the nation, and indeed, the world, in mourning the loss our beloved Queen Elizabeth II, head of the Church of England, and diginified inspirational monarch. Stockport MBC have chosen St. Peter’s Square as the site of a Memorial Garden for people to lay flowers in remembrance of Her Majesty, so we at St. Peter’s Church will ensure the church is open as often as possible for those visiting to pause and light a candle, say a prayer, or find a moment of peace. There will also be light refreshments available, and the toilets of course.

The opening hours are planned as follows from Mon 12th September:

Mon, Tues, Weds and Fri , Sat 12 noon – 1.30pm and 5pm – 6.30pm

Thursday 15th Sept 5pm – 6.30pm

We will now also open on Sunday at 7.45pm as the nation comes together in a minute of silence at 8pm.

Easter Services 2022

A man kneels in prayer silhouetted in the sunset infront of three crosses on a hill
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Everyone is very welcome to join our Holy Week Services as follows:

Sunday 10th April 10.30am

Blessing of Palms and Sung Mass. Reading of St. Luke Passion Gospel

Maundy Thursday 14th April

7.30pm Mass of the Lord’s Supper and Watch before the Blessed Sacrament

Good Friday 15th April

1pm Stations of the Cross

2pm Liturgy of the Day – Reading of St John Passion Gospel and Veneration of the Cross

Easter Day 17th April

10.30am Blessing of Paschal Candle, Sung Mass and Renewal of Baptismal Promises.

Allleluia! Christ is Risen!

We are still using the side door (opposite Cobden) instead of the main tower doors, and have hand sanitizer available on entry. Service books are placed on the pews, and current service sheet is available on the table near the door . If you are unable to get to church please see the lockdown Easter service which you can go through at home http://stpetersstockport.org.uk/uncategorized/an-easter-service-for-use-at-home/

A Lego model of the empty tomb with the large round door moved to one side, with an angel upon it. Two female figures look inside with a bottle of oil stood n the floor.

Open for Private Prayer

During this latest lockdown we are still open for private prayer on Tuesdays and Fridays from 12pm to 1.30pm. Light a candle and take some peaceful time out.

The toilets are also open.

A white taper lights a white church candle
John 1:5 – The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.