St James' Church

A church has stood in Draycot Park since the late 12th century. It can just be seen, looking through the Lodge gates, at the end of the drive, through the trees.

St James's Church is now cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust; a detailed booklet about the building can be obtained from their website.

https://www.visitchurches.org.uk/visit/church-listing/st-james-church-draycot-cerne.html

Or by email to: info@nationalchurchestrust.org

The church can also be seen from Public Rights of Way (PRoW) which cross the parkland, but please note that the majority of the parkland, and Draycot House itself, are private property. The sign on the Lodge gates refers to the 'wicket gate'; this is now just a stile to the left (west) of the Lodge in the hedgerow. You are advised to have a PRoW map with you if you wish to make your way to the church.