Religious site
St James' Church, Kerikeri
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St James’ Church, consecrated in 1878, is a charming wooden Anglican church nestled in the Kerikeri Basin. Its Gothic Revival style features a steep roof, pointed-arch windows, and a small bell tower. Inside, visitors can admire stained-glass windows depicting biblical scenes and local flora, as well as a carved wooden reredos. The churchyard contains graves of early missionaries and settlers, offering a quiet place for reflection. Surrounded by mature trees and lawns, it provides a serene contrast to the busier Stone Store and Kemp House nearby.
Don't miss
- Admire the stained-glass windows, including one showing the Kerikeri River.
- See the carved wooden reredos and historic pews inside the church.
- Wander the churchyard to find graves of early missionaries and Māori converts.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit St James' Church, Kerikeri
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inTales from the Necropolis - A Ghost Walk Through St. James Cemetery5★ · 268 travelers~1 hourFrom$25 per personSee dates →
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