St Enodoc Chapel

St Enodoc

Welcome to the chapel of St Enodoc

Then roller into roller curled
And thundered down the rocky bay,
And we were in a water world
Of rain and blizzard, sea and spray,
And one against the other hurled
We struggled round to Greenaway.
Blesséd be St Enodoc, blesséd be the wave,
Blesséd be the springy turf, we pray, pray to thee…

John Betjeman: Trebetherick

Once almost buried in the sands, the chapel now stands amid the fairways of St. Enodoc Golf Course. Overshadowed by Brea Hill, and nestling among the sand dunes above Daymer Bay, this charming chapel comes as unexpected find for many visitors. It is an ancient place of worship that continues today to offer sanctuary, worship and prayer to all who are willing to make the trek along the footpaths between the fairways. Sometimes dodging golf balls, other times battling Atlantic gales – a visit to St Enodoc is never straightforward, ever different, and always a delight.

Since its renovation in the 19th century this chapel has found a particular place in the affections of countless people, both visitors and residents alike. The former Poet Laureate, Sir John Betjeman was particularly fond of it and he lies buried in the churchyard.

News & Events

St Enodoc needs urgent attention

St Enodoc has suffered the ravages of the weather and time. Sadly, some earlier attempts at repair have used inappropriate materials and techniques which have tended to make matters worse.

The building is not about to fall down but has a multitude of defects some of which need to be rectified as a matter of urgency in order to halt the decline. Some of the faults allow the ingress of significant amounts of water accelerating the damage.
A specialist surveyor’s report has been obtained which describes the many problems in detail and a schedule of repair has been drawn up; the report can be viewed at St Enodoc Church.

We need to raise £70,000 to meet the cost of the work so that we can ensure that St Enodoc church will survive the 21st century and beyond.

How can you help?

The easiest way is to make a donation but you could take a more active role by holding a fund raising event. This could be a Coffee Morning, Car Boot Sale, Garden Opening or Promises Auction etc. If you are interested in holding an event please contact the Fund Raising Committee on 01208 862543 and we will do everything we can to assist you.

Donations can be made by cheque payable to the St Enodoc Appeal and sent to:

The Chapel Warden of St Enodoc Church, Brayfield, Trebetherick, Wadebridge, Cornwall PL27 6SG.

If you fill in and return the Gift Aid form we will be able to reclaim the tax on your donation which will make it even more valuable to the appeal.

Appeal Events

2nd – 4th August 2012 - Flower Festival at St. Enodoc church

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