Parish centre
The parish community centre was fully refurbished in 2004 at a cost of £310,000 (with the financial assistance of the National Lottery) and provides excellent facilities for the church and the local groups that use it. There are two modern heated halls served by a large central kitchen (with serving hatches to the halls) and two new toilet blocks. Both halls are utilised every day; if you require information on any of the activities that take place please contact the relevant group leader.
(Contact information can be found by clicking on the relevant link)
For information on hiring please contact the vicar (see Contact Us page). For additional photographs of the Parish Facilities view our gallery...
Activities (information correct as at August 2009)
| Sunday | 10.30 a.m. | Sunday School and Creche |
| 8.00 p.m. | Alcoholics Anonymous | |
| Monday | 9.00 a.m. | Healthy Living |
| 2.00 p.m. | Keep Fit | |
| Tuesday | 9.45 a.m. - 11.45 a.m. | Mothers and Toddlers |
| 7.30 p.m. | Mothers' Union (1st and 3rd Tuesday) | |
| 7.30 p.m. | Line Dancing | |
| Wednesday | 9.00 a.m. | Dog Training |
| 1.00 p.m. | Social Sequence Dancing | |
| 7.45 p.m. | Keep Fit | |
| Thursday | 9.00 a.m. | Healthy Living |
| 1.00 p.m. | Parish Lunch | |
| 2.00 p.m. | Senior Citizens Welcome Club | |
| 8.00 p.m. | Alcoholics Anonymous | |
| Friday | 10.00 a.m. | Keep Fit (Ladies) |
| 1.30 p.m. | Craft and Social Afternoon | |
| 7.00 p.m. | Blackpool Jubilee Stroke Association | |
| Saturday | 6.00 p.m. | Soup Kitchen |
Contacts and information
Sunday School & Creche
The Sunday school is open to all ages of children. For those who are three and under, creche facilities are provided (for parents who wish to join the worship service). Meeting in the small hall before the Mass at 10:30 a.m. the structured activities help the young people learn about Jesus. Please contact Joyce Reid for further information or turn up on the day.
back to top
Alcoholics Anonymous
AA meet twice a week at Holy Cross Parish centre. The Sunday night meeting is an open group (open to both alcoholics and their families) and the Thursday meeting is a "closed" group. For further information please contact the local AA contact point on 01253 792632 or telephone the National helpline on 0845 7697555. www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
back to top
Keep Fit
Enjoy keeping fit and healthy, have fun and meet new friends, at a gentle exercise and movement class for mature members. The class times are Monday 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m. and Friday 10.00 a.m. - 11.30 a.m. with a short break half way through for tea/coffee. If you are interested contact Doreen Shelley on Blackpool 692474 for a chat.
back to top
Healthy Living
Information to follow.
back to top
Mothers and Toddlers
Mothers and Toddlers meet during term time. Activities and toys for children and refreshments provided. This activity is absolutely free and it attracts 40-50 children and their carers. All welcome. Please turn up on the day or contact Joyce Reid for further information.
Please note the change of time, 9.45 a.m. - 11.45 a.m.!
back to top
Mothers' Union
The Mothers' Union branch at Holy Cross was formed in 1934 joining a tradition that has existed since 1876. The purpose of the MU is to be specially concerned with all that strengthens and preserves marriage and Christian Life. With a wide-ranging calendar of events and different activities it meets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Contact Joyce Reid for further information or visit the MU web site for the Blackburn Diocese. www.mothersunionblackburn.org.uk
back to top
Line Dancing
Line dancing every Tuesday from 7 p.m. For more information please turn up on the evening.
Dog Training
Wednesday at 9.00 a.m. Contact Anne for further information
back to top
Social Sequence Dancing
Wednesday at 1.00 p.m.
back to top
Parish Lunch
Mass on Thursday (12.30 p.m.) is followed by a cooked lunch. Anyone who visits the church on the Thursday to attend Mass is welcome to join us for lunch; this normally consists of a cooked meal followed by sweets (and fruit), cheese and biscuits and then refreshments. There are usually around twenty people that join us so it is a popular event. There is no fixed price for this and therefore donations towards the cost of lunch are invited. Members of the Senior Citizens welcome club normally combine Mass with lunch and then go on to their afternoon activities.
back to top
Senior Citizens Welcome Club
Thursday at 2.00 p.m.
back to top
Craft and Social Afternoon
The Craft group is a social gathering for those interested in getting together with others to share their craft interest; the group meets to share tips, help each other and enjoy good conversation. It is suitable for anyone who has an interest in knitting, sewing, crochet, card making, tatting etc. It is open to adults (there are no facilities for children unfortunately) and the cost is only £1 per week including refreshments. There are even occasional trips out arranged by the club. Please turn up on the day for further information; the club meets between 1.30 p.m. and 3.30 p.m. on FridaysBlackpool Jubilee Stroke Association
If you or someone you care about has had a stroke, then the Stroke Association is here to help. The Blackpool meeting of the Association takes place on the second and fourth Friday night at 6.45 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. but also includes other activities and events throughout the year. Contact the organiser, Christine McDonald for further information
www.stroke.org.uk/
back to top
Community facilities