Located in the centre of the town, the church plays an important part in the life of the community. A very unusual octagonal lantern tower sits on top of the 12th century tower containing eight bells. On top of the lantern is a large copper weathercock weighing 70lb.

The 14th-16th century main building and later aisles contain many historical features making the church well worth a visit. The Courtney monument in the chancel is the oldest in the church. It shows Margaret Beaufort, granddaughter of John of Gaunt, who married Thomas Courtney, 5th Earl of Devon, and died in 1439.