St James, Draycot Cerne

St James’s is set in parkland above the river, its impressive Early English chancel lower than the floor of the 13th century nave. The tower is 17th century and the church was altered and restored in the 19th century. Inside are a Gothick pulpit and box pews, some good Victorian glass and a series of monuments which includes a 13th century knight’s effigy, a handsome Perpendicular tomb chest and a fine bust by Joseph Wilton to Sir Robert Long.