Facilities and features
Accessibility
The roadside kerb must be negotiated. From the pavement, there are no steps preventing access to the church building.
The roadside kerb must be negotiated. From the pavement, there are no steps preventing access to the church building.
Includes baby change facility
On the road at the gate, and on the area around the village cross, directly opposite.
Available
Available in the old phone box next to the Red Lion pub opposite the gate.
Our Building
Grade II listed, St James' includes 14th-century structural elements and was heavily restored in 1868 by J.P. St Aubyn, which included new roofs and a south arcade. It contains a 13th-century font, a 15th-century wooden screen and a monument to Anne Brunsell (d, 1667), sister of Sir Christopher Wren. The tower features a turret clock, installed in 1877, and the churchyard contains the Grade II listed Village Cross, dating to around 1400, and serves as our war memorial for both World Wars.
In the village shop opposite the church.
The West Window is dedicated to the theme of the Resurrection, and was restored in 1992 following damage from the prevailing west winds. It is noted for it's impressive appearance in the late afternoon, and contains enamel work that suggests a French connection. The East Window is located on the east wall of the chancel; this is a large five-light window featuring tracery in a Gothic -style.
Disabled access
Music and Worship
An excellent ring of six bells. Ringing for Sunday services, practice night on Tuesdays. Also used by the Ely Diocesan Ringing Education Centre.
Used occasionally for services, but we mainly rely on YouTube tracks, with words on the screen.
Groups, Courses and Activities
Our homegroup meets regularly on Mondays. Contact Tim Millward 07771593347
Normally each month on the second Tuesday. All are welcome. Background music.
Unavailable at present
Help for Visitors
Search "StJames" and enter password "Stretham".
Normally open every day.
The church is open daily.
Other Features
Stretham Pantry no longer operates from the church porch.