Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Rudry, CF83 3JQ
Caerphilly - Built
- 1201
- Listed status
- Grade II listed
Sources: Wikipedia, Wikidata Q29491632, OpenStreetMap
Before visiting St James' Church
Service times are not recorded in this listing. We cannot confirm when the next service takes place or whether the building opens outside worship hours.
We do not have confirmed information here about step-free access, accessible toilets, hearing support or supervised children’s groups. If these matter for your visit, ask the church about the specific service you plan to attend.
No direct contact details are recorded. Use the linked sources above or the wider local directory to continue your search.
About St James' Church
St James’ Church is a historic Church of England place of worship in Rudry, Caerphilly, within the Diocese of Monmouth. Designated Grade II in 1963, the church has longstanding connections with the village and preserves parish registers dating from 1627.
Its origins lie in the mid-13th century, possibly around 1254, when it may have served pilgrims as a roadside shrine. A church existed here by 1295 and functioned as a chapel linked to St Barrwg’s in Bedwas until Rudry became separate in 1914. John Prichard restored the building in 1885, and its tower underwent refurbishment in the early 2010s. William Price, later known as an archdruid and advocate of cremation, was baptised here in 1800. The churchyard contains memorials for two First World War soldiers, while its war memorial and three Moses family chest tombs are also Grade II listed.
Getting there
Frequently asked questions
What denomination is St James' Church?⌄
St James' Church in Rudry belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the St James' Church building?⌄
The building dates from 1201. It is on the statutory register as a Grade II listed building.
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