Lezant has a varied architectural history: a Norman parish church, Trecarrell Chapel and Hall, and Greystone Bridge represent different building types. The River Tamar also forms the eastern parish boundary.

St Briochus and the History of the Church

The parish church of St Briochus (Church of St Briocus), also known as Lansant, is Grade II* listed and is located in the village centre of Lezant. It was first dedicated to St Briochus on 25 September 1259. The old Norman church was extended in the 14th and 15th centuries; its tower was built in 1480. The dedication, extensions and tower mark different stages in the architectural history of the church.

Trecarrell Manor, Hall and Chapel

Trecarrell Manor is a Grade I listed manor house dating from the early 16th century. Trecarrell's medieval hall also dates from the 16th century and retains its original arched roof trusses. In Cornwall, it is considered a rare, complete and significant example of its type. St Mary Magdalene's Chapel at Trecarrell is one of the best-preserved chapels in Cornwall and retains many original features. These include an original wagon roof inside, a carved roof boss and three tracery windows. The chapel also contains the remains of an older medieval chapel, documented in 1383. Trecarrell is private; group visits can be arranged by appointment and with prior permission.

Holy Well, River and Protected Landscape

The medieval Holy Well at Rezare is housed in a small stone building above a well basin and is a good example of a well built into a hillside. The basin is in a well chamber, with the well house built above it. Unlike Trecarrell Chapel, with its roof and window features, the well's form is shaped by the arrangement of the hillside, chamber and well house.

The River Tamar marks the eastern boundary of the parish of Lezant. Part of the parish lies within the Tamar Valley National Landscape, formerly known as the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The quarry faces at Greystone Quarry are also designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest because of their geological features. The Grade I listed road bridge, Greystone Bridge, spans the Tamar, dates from 1439 and was later repaired. Part of the bridge lies in Lezant. As a road bridge, it has a different function from the church, chapel, hall and well.

Commemoration and Getting There

The parish war memorial commemorates 15 men and their sacrifice. It adds a form of remembrance dedicated to people to the area's architectural history. The main route into the parish is the A388 between Launceston and Callington. Check current traffic and road conditions before setting out.

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