About Us

St Columba’s Church traces its roots through six Presbyterian and Congregational churches which have been serving the community of North Shields since 1662.  We have been in our current premises in Northumberland Square since 1857.  Click here to read more about our history…

The Church in the Square

The United Reformed Church was formed in 1972, and brings together British Presbyterian, Congregational and Churches of Christ, in over 1,600 local churches with over 70,000 members.  The United Reformed Church is a nonconformist Protestant denomination, which takes its inspiration from the sixteenth century Reformation movement.  Click here to find out more about the URC…

St Columba’s today is a modern, thriving, and welcoming town centre church.  We enjoy a range of worship styles with modern and traditional music.  There are also lots of activities going on during the week.  Click here to find out about more about regular activities and what’s on…

In 2007, our grade II listed buildings were thoroughly and sensitively refurbished, making them accessible and usable for a wide range of church and community activities.  Click here to find out about hiring a room…

Updated: 25/3/2010