Situated in a position on the east side of the A32 on rising land the parish church of St James is of a more restrained Gothic style, it -was largely rebuilt in 1846, although the tower is partly 14th century.
The south doorway also dates from the 14th Century but has been modified to include an Ogee arch. The church has a tall tower with a staircase turret. This is a prominent feature when approaching the village, particularly from the north.
The rambling composition of the rectory built in local malmstone combines with the church and the setting amongst the trees to provide an attractive northern entrance to the village.