Set on a small hill, the church, which is dedicated to St John the Baptist, enjoys spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. There is a well kept churchyard and the church benefits from its own large car park.
A priest is recorded in1086 and the church itself seems to be first documented in 1268. The chancel arch is late 13th century and the tower 14th century, but the remainder was largely rebuilt in 1875 however a substantial amount of the old materials was reused. In recent years sympathetic restoration and repairs have been carried out and the restoration of significant wall hanging and general improvements has led to an increase in interest and in visitors to the church. There is a good small organ which is used regularly and a very fine set of bells from 1676 which unfortunately are not capable of being rung at present.
You will need a pen to sign the log. If doing as a cache-and-dash, the cache is situated close to the gate on the south side of the church by the Three Parishes Hall and car park. There is a small gap in the hedge which will take you to a gate. If doing as part of the iPlod series, this will be your first find of the day: Head downhill to iPB1.
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