St James the Great Church, Ince
St James the Great Church, Ince
St James’ Church is an active Anglican parish church located in the village of Ince, Cheshire, England.
Key Facts
- Location: Ince, Cheshire, England
- Denomination: Anglican
- Grade: Grade II
- Date Built: Medieval period
- Diocese: Chester
Overview
St James’ Church is an active Anglican parish church located in the village of Ince, Cheshire, England. It is a Grade II listed building and part of the diocese of Chester.
The church has a rich history, with a Norman chapel once standing on the site. The present church, built in the medieval period, features a tower and part of the chancel from that time. The chancel is decorated in 14th-century style and has a three-light window. The church also has a Jacobean altar table, 17th-century altar rails, and a two-tier candelabrum from 1724. The nave, aisle, and porch were rebuilt in 1854, and the tower was raised by two courses.
The churchyard wall is also a Grade II listed building. The church is known for its stained glass windows by Kempe and a ring of three bells, two of which date back to the 17th century. T
he parish registers begin in 1687, and the churchwardens’ accounts start in 1749. In the churchyard, there is a war grave of a Royal Navy sailor from World War II.
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