Perched atop Danbury Ridge, the Parish Church of St John Baptist is a prominent landmark with a spire visible from the A12 and various local points. Dating back to at least 1233, and likely much earlier, this Grade 1 Listed Building houses notable features, including the renowned "Knights of Danbury" wooden effigies. The Victorian interior, a result of Gilbert Scott's 1866 re-ordering, boasts intriguing carved creatures mirroring the few remaining fifteenth-century pew style.

Upcoming Events

9:30 am Sunday Services are available to join in person or online

1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th Sundays are Eucharist Services and available to attend in church and on our YouTube Channel to join live, or at a later time - Stream Starts 9:15am, Service Starts 9:30am

4th Sundays are Café Praise involves group discussions, so to make those who participate feel more comfortable, and to allow those at home to participate, Café Praise will not be streamed to youtube, but will be available on Zoom for those who cannot attend in person - people can join from 9:15am.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, victims of domestic abuse, and vulnerable adults. The PCC has adopted the Church of England's policies and best practice on safeguarding. Please click here for the Church of England's Safeguarding policies.

Our safeguarding officer is Alison Cooper, who can be emailed at safeguarding.danbury.st.john@gmail.com 

The Chelmsford Diocese Safeguarding Team can be contacted at 01245 294444 or safeguarding@chelmsford.anglican.org. 

Out of hours, please contact Social Services on 0345 606 1212 for adults 0345 603 7627 for children.

In a safeguarding emergency dial 999'