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Lezant Parish Church St Briochus
St Briochus Parish Church, Lezant is part of The Three Rivers Benefice which is part of Trigg Major Deanery. Lezant shares its priest with the parishes of St Nonna - Altarnun, St Michael - Lawhitton, St Martin - Lewannick, St Paternus - South Petherwin and St Thomas in Launceston.
The Priest-in Charge is The Reverend Sean Clancy.
If you require any information with arranging a Wedding, Baptism or Funeral or have any other queries, please do not hesitate to contact:
Secretary – Bridget Pentreath - 07802 177803 - bridgetpentreath@googlemail.com
Churchwarden - Mrs. Diana Anderson - 01579-370971
Church Services (Can occasionally be subject to change)
- 1st Sunday Holy Communion (Book of Common Prayer)
- 2nd Sunday Service of the Word
- 3rd Sunday Morning Prayer (Book of Common Prayer)
- 4th Sunday Eucharist
- 5th Sunday Benefice Service
For further information for church services and events please visit –
A Church Near You - https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/2516/
Some history of the church...
The Church is dedicated to St Briochus, a Celtic saint who travelled up the River Tamar and founded a religious settlement in the area. It is Grade II* Listed, a listing reserved for buildings that are particularly important and of more than special interest (only 5.5% of listed buildings in the country are Grade II*).
In its earliest days, the site boasted an ancient chapel dedicated to St Mary Magdalene, but sadly this no longer exists. The oldest parts of St Briochus’ date to medieval times: the high altar was rededicated in 1336, and part of the chancel dates from even earlier than that. The rest of this elegant and spacious church is 15th century – including its fine Norman tower – and it is an exceptional example of Perpendicular architecture.
St Briochus’ is a beautiful village church, more than worth a visit for its charming architecture and its stunning rural setting.