Friston Church & Churchyard

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Friston church is an 11th century Grade I Listed flint building. It is situated at the top of Friston hill adjacent to Friston Pond, the earliest parts being of Saxon origin. Although originally dedicated to St. Mary the Virgin it became the Church of St. James for about 400 years until its original name was restored in 1957. It has an aisleless nave and short chancel and its walls are 2.25ft (68cms) thick.