St James' Church, Stanstead Abbotts, Medieval church building in Stanstead Abbotts, England.
The stone and flint church stands on a hilltop above the River Lea, featuring a buttressed tower with an octagonal stair turret at its western end.
Construction of the church began in 1150, with additions of the tower and porch in the 15th century, and a northeast chapel incorporated in 1577.
The interior preserves Georgian elements including tall box pews and a three-decker pulpit, along with monuments depicting local nobleman Sir Edward Baesh.
The church opens to visitors on Sunday afternoons from May through September, with access available at other times through advance arrangements.
Three bells hang in the tower, two cast by Robert Oldfield in 1605 and 1617, and one by John Briant from 1790.
Location: Stanstead Abbotts
Inception: 12 century
Architectural style: English Gothic architecture
GPS coordinates: 51.78070,0.02760
Latest update: March 3, 2025 17:20
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