The present church was built as the date cut over its door shows, in 1840. The east window was inserted in 1893 in memory of the wife of the Revd Simmonds Attlee and the window by the pulpit in 1904 in memory of the wife of the Revd A. J. Knight. In 1929-30, the sanctuary was paved with Honister slate and church was completely refurnished in oak. The priest's seat and credence table were gifts from Archbishop and Mrs. William Temple who were frequent visitors to Buttermere.
Holidaymakers and local residents alike are warmly welcomed to our regular Sunday services following different liturgies.
At St James' we work hard to maintain a safe environment for all. We are committed to implementing the House of Bishops' safeguarding policies and good practice guidance. If you have any concerns or enquiries regarding safeguarding, please contact our safeguarding officer.
Parish Safeguarding Officer: Barbara Robinson
Email: barbara@loweswater.net
Phone: 07961 902075
The Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser is Joanna Van Lachterop. She can be contacted at safeguarding.adviser@carlislediocese.org.uk or 07458 016884.