St James' Church, Stirchley

2013-06-26

In a quiet backwater close to Telford

This intriguing church is set in a quiet location only a mile away from central Telford. The chancel is made from local sandstone and contains an eye-catching ornate arch.

This and the small, round windows date from the 12th-century. The nave and tower are 18th-century brick additions. Inside are box-pews, galleries and an impressive pulpit with sounding board. Surrounding the church, the graveyard has some interesting headstones from the 18th century and later.