St James Church Taunton
St James Church, St James Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1JS
The church tower is 120 foot high and and has a commanding view of the town and surrounding area. There are 8 bells, the oldest of which dates from 1610.
Research is ongoing about people from the past life of the church and displays will be available which give information about the lives of characters from the past. The Traveling theme is picked up in the stories of a circumnavigator and other adventures and tales from the past and present.
Refreshments will be available and there will be a children's corner.
Visitors will be welcome to visit our ongoing re-wilding eco project in the churchyard.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- Tower Tours 10.00 -16.00
- Saturday 14 September:
- Tower Tours 10.00 - 15.00
Location & directions
St James Church, St James Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1JS
- Directions:
- Details of how to find us are on our website: http://stjamestaunton.org/finding-us
- Contact on day:
- Jenny Wakefield
- Telephone number:
- +447796248369
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Church level access for all Tower Tours limited to people over 8 years old. Spiral stair case to access bell chamber and tower top. Sensible shoes should be worn On site parking limited - see church website Disabled parking can be reserved if pre-requested Assistance dogs welcome
Additional information
Full details will be on our church website nearer the time.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 8
- Est. tour duration:
- 0 hour(s) 40 minute(s)
