Carhampton Church Tower

The church tower will be open to visitors who can see the ringing room, belfry and views from the tower's roof. In the ringing room, visitors will be able to see where the ringing takes place, the historic peal boards on the walls and records of ringing events. They can also get a partial view of the turret clock workings, which are located above the ringing room. In the belfry, visitors can see the six bells, which were re-cast in 1928 by Gillett & Johnston of Croydon. From the roof, visitors should get a good view across the Bristol Channel to the north and across Exmoor and the Brendon Hills to the south.

Ringers will be available to explain the art of bell ringing and what visitors can see in the different parts of the tower. Access is via a narrow, stone spiral staircase. There are 80 steps up to the roof. Children must be accompanied by an adult. It is not suitable for babes in arms or toddlers. Backpacks or large handbags should be left at the bottom of the tower.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 14 September:

1000-1300

Location & directions

St John the Baptist Church, Main Road, Carhampton, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6NT

Directions:

The church is on the north side of the main road A39, opposite the pub. Entrance to the tower is to the left of the church porch at the foot of the tower.

Contact on day:

Susan Mew

Telephone number:

+447873252953

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Access to the tower is via a narrow spiral staircase. There are 80 steps from the ground floor entrance to the roof. Not suitable for very small children or babes in arms. There is an accessible toilet inside the church.

Additional information

Coffee and cakes will be available in the church between 1000 and 1200. There is parking at the Recreation Centre, a short walk from the church and on the same side of the main road.

Max no of people per tour:

20

Est. tour duration:

0 hour(s) 40 minute(s)

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