St Enodoc's Church, Trebetherick

The stone church features a nave, chancel, south aisle, north transept, and an unusual tower positioned on the north side with a broach spire.

The structure dates back to the 12th century and became known as Sinking Neddy when sand dunes completely buried it until its restoration in 1863.

The churchyard contains the grave of British Poet Laureate John Betjeman, who wrote extensively about the church and spent his childhood holidays in the area.

Access to the church requires walking across the St Enodoc Golf Club fairways, following designated footpaths that lead through the sand dunes.

During the 18th century, clergy members entered through a hole in the roof to conduct required annual services while the building remained buried in sand.

Location: St Minver Lowlands

Inception: 12 century

Architects: James Piers St Aubyn

GPS coordinates: 50.55841,-4.92154

Latest update: May 21, 2025 20:57