St James The Great

Welcome to St James the Great, High Wych!

Our delightful and unusually small Victorian church was designed by C.E. Pritchett and consecrated in 1861. It has a number of interesting features including a round bell turret with a blue 'Bennet' clock, a richly decorated apse and a two-manual 'Father Willis' organ and is situated next to its C of E primary school, High Wych School, which was built at the same time.

As part of the Benefice of High Wych and Gilston with Eastwick, we have a variety of services and events at all three of our buildings, and within our communities, so check out our 'Services' and Events' page to find out what on next at St James.

We're looking to see you there!

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Revd Alison Jackson

The Rectory,
High Wych Road,
High Wych,
Sawbridgeworth,
Hertfordshire

CM21 0HX
PRIEST IN CHARGE
01279 790145

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What's on

Thy Kingdom Come - Prayer Event

for 10 days, 1 hour
TBC
, United Kingdom

Thy Kingdom Come is a global ecumenical prayer movement inviting Christians to pray from Ascension to Pentecost that more people come to know Jesus, uniting over a million believers worldwide to pray for five others from 14–24 May 2026 together.

Speak to Rev Alison for more information on how the Benefice will be taking part in this years TKC.

News

Benefice Update - 30/04/26

Welcome Sheet page 1 - 3rd May 2026.docx
Welcome Sheet page Two 3rd May 2026.docx
Readings for Sunday 3rd May 2026.docx

Where has the year gone? As May arrives in a rush of sunshine and celebration, our community gathers for walks, films, weddings and worship, moments of joy, fellowship and faith that remind us to pause, connect and give thanks together.

Read this story

Safeguarding

The parish of St James, High Wych is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs.

The Diocese of St.Albans’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.

See our Safeguarding Benefice page for our policy

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St James The Great Charity No. 632078