English Heritage sites near Fitzhead Parish
CLEEVE ABBEY
8 miles from Fitzhead Parish
With possibly the finest cloister buildings in England, visitors can get a glimpse of monastic life 800 years ago. 15th century refectory with glorious angel roof and 13th century heraldic tiles.
DAWS CASTLE
10 miles from Fitzhead Parish
Daws Castle is a clifftop fortress, which was founded by King Alfred to defend the people of Watchet against Viking attacks.
DUNSTER GALLOX BRIDGE
12 miles from Fitzhead Parish
This ancient stone bridge - originally 'gallows bridge' - once carried packhorses bringing fleeces to Dunster market and is evidence of Dunster's once important role in the wool trade.
DUNSTER, YARN MARKET
12 miles from Fitzhead Parish
Fine 17th century timber-framed octagonal market hall that is a monument to Dunster's once-flourishing cloth trade.
DUNSTER BUTTER CROSS
12 miles from Fitzhead Parish
Transplanted stump of a medieval stone cross that was once a meeting place for people to bring and sell their own butter. Nearby attractions include Cleeve Abbey.
MUCHELNEY ABBEY
20 miles from Fitzhead Parish
Once a wealthy Benedictine house, Muchelney’s main buildings were demolished by Henry VIII in 1538. See the richly decorated cloister walk and thatched monks’ lavatory – the only one in Britain.
Churches in Fitzhead Parish
St James the Great
Church Road
Fitzhead
Taunton
01823 400305
The building is a fine, largely 15th century church consisting of nave and north aisle, chancel, and vestry. It has a western tower with separate entry leading to 6 bells. Heavily restored in the 19th century, the nave and chancel about 1849, retaining the late medieval pews, and Rood screen. Much of the medieval fabric of the nave survives. The tower is early perpendicular, built in Quantock Red Sandstone rubble with Bath stone dressings in 19th century work.
A number of significant projects have been completed in recent years. These include an enhanced porch area.
Reordering to include toilet and kitchen facilities has not been considered necessary as both are available in the Tithe Barn next door.
Fitzhead warmly welcomes visitors and new members of its congregation. The current monthly pattern of services includes one 8.30am BCP Communion with additional evening services as advertised
This church is unlocked during daylight hours and visitors are most welcome
Pubs in Fitzhead Parish
Fitzhead Inn
Fitzhead, TA4 3JP
(01823) 400667
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