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St James

The Grade I church is well grouped with the Tudor manor.

Avebury, Wiltshire

Opening times

Open daily.

Address

Church Walk
Avebury
Wiltshire
SN8 1RG

The font with writhing serpents and the south doorway are Norman.

The tower is Perpendicular.

The painted rood loft is a rare survival from the 15th century.

  • Captivating architecture

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Famous connections

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Magnificent memorials

  • National heritage here

  • Social heritage stories

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • Wildlife haven

  • Accessible toilets in church

  • Bus stop within 100m

  • Café within 500m

  • Dog friendly

  • Level access to the main areas

  • On street parking at church

  • Parking within 250m

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Church of England

Contact information

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St Peter ad Vincula

Broad Hinton, Wiltshire

The Grade i church is Early English with a west tower over the crossing.

St Swithin

Compton Bassett, Wiltshire

This Grade I church has a late 12th century interior but is externally Perpendicular.