St John's Church, Loughton

We have two churches - the Parish Church of St John the Baptist in Church Lane and the Church of St Nicholas in Rectory Lane on the site of the old parish church.

The parish contains two state primary schools, a comprehensive school for children from 11-16yrs, a tertiary college for 16-18 yr.olds and the E15 Acting School. We also have historic links with the Davenant School - a state Comprehensive school for 11-18 yr olds with a Christian Foundation and Chigwell School - an independant school for 7-18 yr olds.

Set in the heart of Epping Forest the parish contains some light industry, some shopping centres, a population of 19,000 people, is one of three Church of England parishes in Loughton and is an active member of the ecumenical grouping 'Churches Together in Loughton.