Buildings

The Church

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St Michael and All Angels is one of the finest churches in the country (Grade 1 Listed) dating back to Norman times. It is a magnificent structure celebrating many centuries of Christian presence within Houghton, whilst continuing to provide a spiritual oasis at the heart of the community.

People in the community love the church building and use it a lot for baptisms, weddings and funerals, as well as for special celebrations and themed services that we hold during the year. There is a Group called ‘The Friends of Houghton Parish Church’ that is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the church building as a community resource.

Click here to donate to our 'The Next 900 Campaign' appeal.

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Sadly the church cannot be left open all the time, but if you would like to arrange a visit, please contact the Church Office on tel: 0191 512 1769.

Kepier Hall

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Offering a flexible facility for all sorts of gatherings, activities and commercial use, the Kepier Hall was once the site of the first school in Houghton set up by Bernard Gilpin, Apostle of the North. The characterful building now offers:

• A hall with seating capacity for 150 people, with adjoining kitchen and servery, suitable for parties and meetings
• A small meeting room with seating capacity for 30
• Three offices that are let commercially
• A learning centre run by City of Sunderland College
• A woodwork shop run by volunteers

Kepier News

Have you noticed any changes in the Kepier? A thorough going programme of refurbishment has already started... Click for more