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Roofless brick colonnade of a 1750s church, burned twice - one of the Lowcountry's most photographed ruins.

Old Sheldon Church Ruins

Forts & Ruins · Beaufort Free ★ 4.8

The Old Sheldon Church Ruins in Yemassee offer a striking roofless brick colonnade from a 1750s church, a site burned twice throughout its history. This historic landmark is one of the Lowcountry's most photographed ruins. Visitors can explore the grounds and appreciate its beauty at no cost.

More shops nearby

Marshview MercantileGifts & Stationery13 mi · ~31 min driveBeaufort OrganicsBeauty & Apothecary13 mi · ~31 min driveThe Beaufort BookstoreBooks13 mi · ~31 min drive

Dining nearby

Gilligan’s Seafood Restaurant- BeaufortSeafood · $$13 mi · ~31 min driveCriolloAmerican13 mi · ~31 min driveSea Eagle MarketSeafood Market13 mi · ~32 min driveRed Rooster CafeCafe · $$13 mi · ~32 min driveBricks On BoundaryBar & Grill · $$14 mi · ~33 min driveMagnolia Cafe BeaufortAmerican · $$14 mi · ~34 min drive

Things to do nearby

Redfish Beaufort Guide ServiceTours & Charters · Paid13 mi · ~32 min driveSt. Helena’s Episcopal ChurchHistoric Sites · Free14 mi · ~34 min driveDue South Fishing ExpeditionsTours & Charters · Paid14 mi · ~34 min driveBeaufort Ghost WalkTours & Charters · Paid14 mi · ~34 min drive

While you're here

Canton JonesSat, Aug 29 · Live Music13 mi · ~31 min drive16th Annual Habersham Harvest Festival Vintage Street FairThu, Oct 8 · Festivals13 mi · ~31 min drive11th Annual Pat Conroy Literary FestivalWed, Oct 21 · Festivals14 mi · ~34 min drive

Venues nearby

Coosaw Point River ClubCountry Club13 mi · ~31 min drive
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