St James’ Church, High Wych, Herts, UK - This Old Church on Waymarking.com

St James’ Church was designed by George Edward Pritchett (1824-1912). The church was constructed between 1860 and 1861 and consecrated in 1861. The style is the individual interpretation of the Early English style by Pritchett.

The church consists of a 4 bay nave, South aisle, South porch, a raised chancel, East apse and South West clock tower. The whole is covered by a red tile roof, which has conical form to the tower, apse and vestry. The body of the church is constructed of knapped flints with red brick banding and stone window and door dressings.

The church clock is by the famous English clock maker, Sir John Bennett. The organ is by “Father” Willis and dates to c 1881 and was renovated by Willis in 1946.

Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 07/25/1860 Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Church of England If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: From: 10:00 AM To: 4:00 PM If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 9:45 AM Street address of Church: St James Church High Wych, Herts UK Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link] Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]

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