Ireby

St James Church

Ireby has one church in regular use – St James – but also has the substantial remains of an earlier church, which is situated one mile from Ireby on the road to Torpenhow. Ireby Old Church still hosts a service at the end of August and is open to visitors.
The Parish Church of St James, pictured left Grid Ref: 89/238393 was built in 1845-6 to replace the Old Church which was deemed to be to isolated from Ireby village. The Guide book tells an interesting story surrounding the Elizabethan ‘Ireby’ chalice.

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The Church is normally OPEN: All day.

However, at the moment the building has to remain locked in the 3 days before and after a service. Therefore, please check with one of the churchwardens before visiting Ireby.

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Churchwardens

Mrs B Boyes - 016973 71580
Mrs B Johnson - 016973 71578

Old Church

Built in 1170 but demolished, except for the Chancel, in 1845-6.

Car parking awkward. Access across a field.

OPEN: All day

Regular Annual Service: 2.30pm last Sunday in August (but please check with the magazine)