[3] St Brannock was an early Christian saint who is believed to have migrated from South Wales to establish a monastery at Braunton in the 6th century.

This story is commemorated in one of the stained glass windows and also in a roof boss of the church, which features a sow feeding her litter.

The fire completely destroyed the gallery housing the organ pipes, which dated to the 16th century, as well as damaging pews and an antique Bible.

Betjeman describes the church as "not very prepossessing but well worth visiting", and as having "a remarkably wide nave covered by a fine roof enriched with fifteenth century bosses".

[12] St Brannock's Church frequently holds musical events, including a performance by folk singer Julie Felix.