St James The Great Parish Church

Here in the village of Westerleigh, England is the parish church where our immigrant ancestor, Elder John Crandall went to church and was baptized. The original church was a chapel of Pucklechurch and was consecrated by the Bishop of Worcestor on April 16Th 1304. It consisted of the present nave, chancel and sanctuary. The south tower and porch were added in the 15Th century. For over 700 years this church has stood as the heart of the village, Westerleigh, both spiritually and physically.