We were on a 26km walk for Alzheimer's research, and this was a welcome diversion. The site was well maintained, and is apparently still in use for open air services. It was fascinating to explore the ruins, parts of which date back to the Norman Conquest era. Peaceful and beautiful. We enjoyed a rest on the bench nearby!
Richard Shurrock
An interesting stop off. Full of history and a great spot for an explore and sit down.
Monika Turska
Atmospheric and fairly secluded place, easily accessible on a wheelchair, plenty of space around the ruins to enjoy a quiet picnic
James Miller
Surprising to find this little medieval ruined church, tidy grounds.
Martin D'sylva256 days ago
Haven't been here for quite a few years. It's obviously undergone some restoration work. It's all very neat and well kept nowadays.
It was much more mystical when it was overgrown.
Irina Springate2 years ago
Bix Brand old medieval church or the Church of St James , is a small ruins of Norman church, which surrounded only by fields with extensive woodland (part of Warburg Nature Reserve), a short distance north.
Church located along a country lane off the A4130, 4 miles north of Henley-on-Thames; RG9 6BJ in a valley in the Chiltern Hills, Oxfordshire.
It is two-cell Romanesque structure with late medieval alterations and later rebuilding. The main structure is made from unknapped flints, with stone dressing and areas of brick and plaster.
The church can be accessed by a narrow lane and can be viewed at any time.
Access is straightforward, simply park on the wide grassy verge and follow the path through the trees and you will end up at your desired destination.
It is owned by the local parish, though managed by English Heritage.
An interpretive panel near the entrance, gives lots of information information about the local history. Lots of nettles around, so be careful.
The church been used as a key location in two horror films: "Blood on Satan's Claw" (1971) and "Hammer's The Witches" (1966).
It has a nave, chancel and several Norman lancet windows.
Later additions include the Perpendicular Gothic east window and another Perpendicular window in the south wall.
It has probably been built in early 12th century.
Funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund in 2015 has stabilised and preserved the ruin.
Pretty unique ruins to visit for sure!
Jason Voorhees2 years ago
Fantastic place in a very quiet and isolated area. The architecture is fabulous as this place dates back to 1205!!
It was much more mystical when it was overgrown.
Church located along a country lane off the A4130, 4 miles north of Henley-on-Thames; RG9 6BJ in a valley in the Chiltern Hills, Oxfordshire.
It is two-cell Romanesque structure with late medieval alterations and later rebuilding. The main structure is made from unknapped flints, with stone dressing and areas of brick and plaster.
The church can be accessed by a narrow lane and can be viewed at any time.
Access is straightforward, simply park on the wide grassy verge and follow the path through the trees and you will end up at your desired destination.
It is owned by the local parish, though managed by English Heritage.
An interpretive panel near the entrance, gives lots of information information about the local history.
Lots of nettles around, so be careful.
The church been used as a key location in two horror films: "Blood on Satan's Claw" (1971) and "Hammer's The Witches" (1966).
It has a nave, chancel and several Norman lancet windows.
Later additions include the Perpendicular Gothic east window and another Perpendicular window in the south wall.
It has probably been built in early 12th century.
Funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund in 2015 has stabilised and preserved the ruin.
Pretty unique ruins to visit for sure!