St James' Church

Manorbier, United Kingdom

St James Church in Manorbier dates from the 12th century, and has been considerably altered over the years, though medieval ceiling paintings in the porch survive. The church has a slender tower of the local type and a bellcote. The chancel was built in about 1250 on older foundations with the transepts added in the same period.

There are three military graves in the churchyard dating between 1918 and 1920 that are looked after by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

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Manorbier, United Kingdom

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Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in United Kingdom

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Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

David Brown (6 years ago)

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Thumper Rabbit (6 years ago)
Playgroup at this church every Friday during term time, 10.30-12pm. The kids love it and everyone is friendly.

Ken and Elanor Sanderson (7 years ago)
The members put on many events during the year and welcome very many people. They also sell lovely hot welshcakes every week.?

Natália Ondiaková (7 years ago)

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