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St Uny's Church, Lelant in St Ives, Cornwall
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Key facts

Denomination
Church of England
Address
St Ives
Cornwall
Built
1101
Listed status
Grade I listed

Sources: Historic England list entry 1143403, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q7595594

Before visiting St Uny's Church, Lelant

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.

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About St Uny's Church, Lelant

St Uny’s Church, Lelant is a Church of England parish church in St Ives, Cornwall. Dedicated to St Uny, also known as Euny, it remains the parish church of Lelant and is protected at Grade I.

Dating from 1101, the medieval church is constructed wholly from granite. Its nave arcades retain Norman elements, while its windows display Perpendicular Gothic design. Recorded by 1170, it later passed through the ownership of Tywardreath Priory and the bishops of Exeter before becoming connected with Crediton’s collegiate church. Repairs were required in the early 18th century after drifting sand damaged the building, and J. D. Sedding oversaw a restoration in 1873. Lightning struck the tower in 1878, revealing a severely decayed bell-chamber floor; the tower was secured and its bells rehung by January 1880. The six bells were cast by John Taylor of Loughborough, with the earliest pair dating to 1836. Notable burials include Cornish language scholar Henry Jenner and artist Peter Lanyon.

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Frequently asked questions

What denomination is St Uny's Church, Lelant?

St Uny's Church, Lelant in St Ives belongs to the Church of England tradition.

How old is the St Uny's Church, Lelant building?

The building dates from 1101. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.

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