English Heritage sites near Jacobstow Parish
PENHALLAM MANOR
1 miles from Jacobstow Parish
The low and grass-covered but complete ground-plan of a moated 13th-century manor house, in a delightful woodland setting.
LAUNCESTON CASTLE
10 miles from Jacobstow Parish
Launceston Castle dominates the surrounding landscape. Begun soon after the Norman Conquest, unusual in that during rebuilding one tower was constructed with the remains of the older.
TINTAGEL CASTLE
11 miles from Jacobstow Parish
Tintagel Castle is a magical day with its wonderful location, set high on the rugged North Cornwall coast. It offers dramatic views, fascinating ruins and a stunning beach café.
HURLERS STONE CIRCLES
15 miles from Jacobstow Parish
Three fine late Neolithic or early Bronze Age stone circles arranged in a line, a grouping unique in England.
KING DONIERT'S STONE
17 miles from Jacobstow Parish
Two richly carved pieces of a 9th century 'Celtic' cross, with an inscription commemorating Dumgarth, British King of Dumnonia, who drowned in c. AD 875.
TRETHEVY QUOIT
17 miles from Jacobstow Parish
This well-preserved and impressive Neolithic 'dolmen' burial chamber stands 2.7 metres (8.9 ft) high. There are five standing stones, surmounted by a huge capstone.
Churches in Jacobstow Parish
Jacobstow: St James
Welcome to the parish church of Jacobstow in the Anglican Diocese of Truro and county of Cornwall England. It is part of the Boscastle and Tintagel Group of Churches, and is also part of the Southern Cluster of Churches in the Deanery of Stratton.
This Church is dedicated to St James. and lies about a mile off the busy A39 at Wainhouse Corner, midway between Bude and Camelford. It is an idyllic setting for the parish church, a wooded hollow formed by two streams; the sycamore, copper beech and willow that enclose the churchyard on three sides form a mgnificent backdrop to the 15th century church with its impressive tower.
<span style="font-size: 1rem;">Ensuring that children and young people as well as adults are kept safe whilst in our care is an integral part of our church life. If you have any concerns about safeguarding please contact:</span>
In the Parish: Carol Williams, Cluster Safeguarding Co-ordinator - 01840 211094
In the Diocese: Sarah Acraman Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser - 01872 274351
Out of Hours - after 5pm and weekends: - 01208 251300
In an emergency:
Local Authority Children's Social Care: - 0300 123 1116
Local Authority Adult's Social Care: - 0300 1234131
Pubs in Jacobstow Parish
Old Wainhouse Inn
Wainhouse Corner, EX23 0BA
(01840) 230711
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