About us
About us
Founded in 1912, Wycliffe Memorial Evangelical Church has remained steadfast in its commitment to sound Bible teaching—a legacy faithfully upheld today by Pastor David Solt.
“For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 3:11
Our facilities
Nestled at the junction of Tulketh Brow and Water Lane in Ashton, Preston, our church welcomes you with its traditional pews, a central pulpit, and a spacious porch—a setting that beautifully blends history and faith.For ease of access, we provide a disability-access chair lift at the side entrance, as well as full disabled facilities. Need assistance or more information? Don’t hesitate to reach out.
We also offer baby changing facilities to support families attending our services and events.Downstairs, you’ll find a large church hall, a fully equipped kitchen, and adjoining meeting rooms—home to our Junior Church, Wednesday night Bible study, teen class, and vibrant social gatherings.One of our most cherished features is our baptismal pool, a meaningful addition where lives are transformed in faith. Want to learn more? Reach out—we’d love to talk!
Transport and parking
You’ll find plenty of parking just across the road, plus a smaller parking area at the side. Blue badge holders are welcome to park right outside the church for convenience.
Looking for a ride? Reach out to Pastor Dave to arrange a pickup in our 15-seater passenger van. Alternatively, the No. 35 (Tanterton) bus stops right outside for easy access to the church.
Meet our Pastor
Pastor David Solt grew up in Arizona, USA. In 1984, while on assignment for the United States Air Force in Southeast England, David Solt trusted Christ as his personal Savior.
Years later, after attending Bible Seminary near Chicago and meeting his wife, Mary Beth, he received the call that God wanted them in Britain. Their ministry began in London in November 1996, and for 12 years, Pastor David led the Park View Baptist Church in Southall/Hayes. Eventually, the Chelsea Community Baptist Church was organized.
In 2008, the Solts were involved in helping Victory Baptist Church in Blackpool, which was struggling at the time. In 2010, they came to Preston and founded the Faith Baptist Church, which met in a community hall in Cottam for over two years. Shortly thereafter, they met the people of the Wycliffe Memorial Evangelical Church. In 2013, Faith Baptist Church and Wycliffe Memorial Evangelical Church merged.
Pastor David and Mary Beth have been happily married for over 30 years. They have three sons, Daniel, Joshua, and Jeremy. All three sons have graduated from Bible Seminary in Chicago. Daniel and his family serve at Wycliffe, Joshua is serving at a church in Iowa, and Jeremy is a music director at a church in Massachusetts.
Contact Pastor Dave Solt on 07960 567017 or email pastor@wycliffechurch.co.uk.
Contact us
Wycliffe Memorial Evangelical Church
Tulketh Brow, Preston, PR2 2SH.
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