The foundation stone was laid by Miss Susan Hockin, sister of the rector of Phillack, on 5 August 1886.

[2] It was built to designs of the architect John Dando Sedding.

The bold projecting balcony of the musicians’ gallery forms a striking feature.

The altar, choir-stalls and nave seats were carved by Mr. Stanlake of Plymouth.

The slate roof terminated with a wrought iron finial carrying a vane.