It is roughly midway between Truro and St Austell, about two miles (3 km) east of Probus.

The church of St Crida was of Norman foundation but in its existing form is more or less of the 15th century (the tower which had already been built in 1447 however was rebuilt in 1734).

Features of interest include the 15th century wagon roof of the south aisle, a Norman pillar piscina, the 13th century Catacleuse stone font, and the chest tomb of Thomas and Margaret Denys (died 1589 & 1578).

The south porch is provided with a hog's back unglazed natural clay ridge tile.

Dr. Reginald Merther-derwa was Rector 1423-47; his will provided for the erection of a series of stone crosses at Camborne.

The five similar stone crosses in Creed parish, including one now at Grampound church, may also have been due to him.