All Saints' Church, Elston facts for kids
Quick facts for kids All Saints' Church, Elston |
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![]() All Saints' Church, Elston
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53°1′22.93″N 0°52′16.96″W / 53.0230361°N 0.8713778°W | |
Location | Elston |
Country | England |
Denomination | Church of England |
History | |
Dedication | All Saints' |
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Heritage designation | Grade II* listed |
Administration | |
Parish | Elston |
Deanery | Newark and Southwell |
Archdeaconry | Newark |
Diocese | Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham |
All Saints' Church, Elston is a historic church located in the village of Elston, Nottinghamshire, England. It belongs to the Church of England. This church is very special because it's a Grade II* listed building. This means it's considered an important historical site that needs to be protected.
History of the Church
This old church has been around for a long time! It was first built way back in the 13th century. Imagine how many generations of people have visited it since then.
Over the years, the church has been looked after and improved.
- In 1837, it had a big restoration, which means parts of it were repaired and updated.
- Later, in 1856, the chancel (the part of the church near the altar) was restored again.
- At the same time, the vestry (a room where clergy prepare) was rebuilt.
Inside the Church
All Saints' Church holds many interesting memorials. These are special plaques or structures that remember people who have passed away. Many of these memorials are for members of the Darwin family, who were important in the area.
One notable memorial is a bust of Erasmus Darwin. He was a famous doctor, poet, and scientist. He was also the grandfather of Charles Darwin, who developed the theory of evolution. You can find his bust on a marble support to the left of the altar.
The Church Organ
The church has a beautiful organ that was made by a company called Bishop and Starr. It was built in 1872. Organs are large musical instruments that use pipes to make sound. You can find more details about this specific organ on the National Pipe Organ Register, which keeps records of organs across the country.
See also
- Grade II* listed buildings in Nottinghamshire
- Listed buildings in Elston