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.
Our Lady Chapel is a peaceful space set apart for quiet reflection and prayer. It offers a calm, welcoming place to pause and rest in stillness. Whether you come seeking comfort, gratitude, or simply a moment of silence, this chapel is here for you throughout the week.
This is only available during services and events within the church.
On the road at the gate, and on the area around the village cross, directly opposite.
This is only available during services and events within the church.
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. This is only available during services and events within the church.
Music and Worship
With an excellent ring of six bells, they are rung for Sunday Services. There are practice night on Tuesdays, and also used by the Ely Diocesan Ringing Education Centre on Saturday mornings for one-to-one bell-handling tuition at 9:15am 10am & 10:45, followed by Ringing Together Practice for those wanting to ring with others starting at 11:30am. (The Saturday sessions must be pre-booked)
Used for services.
Groups, Courses and Activities
Our homegroup meets regularly on Mondays, please contact Tim Millward on 07771593347
These are normally held each month on the second Tuesday and all are welcome. We also have background music.
Unavailable at present
Little Bears Toddler Group every Monday (closed during School holidays), 09:15 - 11:15. Please contact Ellen Leeke @ [email protected]
Little Bears Toddler Group every Monday (closed during School holidays), 09:15 - 11:15. Please contact Ellen Leeke @ [email protected]
Help for Visitors
Search "StJames" and enter password "Stretham".
The church is normally open every day.
The church is normally open every day.
Other Features
Stretham Pantry no longer operates from the church porch.