St. Sampson, South Hill, Callington

Description

A small isolated Grade 1 listed medieval church, built in the fourteenth century on a site which has been a place of Christian worship for over 1400 years, probably the site of a monastery founded by St Sampson in the seventh century. Many have commented that St Sampson’s is a “thin place”, soaked in the prayers and worship of generations of local people. The churchyard is a haven of peace and tranquility, managed for wildflowers and wildlife. Near the gate is a a standing stone, one of the earliest Christian memorials in Cornwall.

The overall impression made on visitors is of unassuming faithfulness, a testimony to the generations of local people who have built, cared for and worshipped in this building for almost seven hundred years. It is simple and largely unadorned but has a deep sense of stillness and peace enabling visitors to step out of the busy world to reflect and pray.

Usually open to visitors during daylight hours. Services are held every Sunday morning and parish prayers every Tuesday morning 9.30 - 10.30.

Location

South Hill, Callington, Cornwall, PL17 7LP, United Kingdom

Directions

By car: From Callington, take the A388 towards Launceston, turn left after passing Callington Community College, on South Hill Road. Follow this for about three miles. The church is on the right at a crossroads. From Launceston on A388 towards Callingotn, turn right into South Hill Road after play park & allotments on your right. Follow directions above.
No public transport.
On foot: Follow the directions above

Facilities

Disabled Access: A short access ramp at the entrance door, suitable for wheelchairs but quite steep. A folding ramp is available. Note – quite a long path from gate to church entrance.
Toilet facilities: Compost toilet in churchyard. Not disability accessible.
Peaceful wildflower churchyard with benches.
Wide views over surrounding countryside and Bodmin Moor

Self service tea & coffee making facilities are always available in the church and usually biscuits. The nearest shops & facilities are at Callington, 3 miles away. Various B & Bs and Self Catering accommodation nearby.

Not yet suitable for quiet days for individuals or group but fundraising towards this and internal facilities.

Hospitaller availability varies.

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Hospitaller/Contact Person

Miranda Lawrance-Owen

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Web Link

https://www.callingtoncluster.org.uk/Groups/362193/S...

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