All Saints' Church, Pentewan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids All Saints' Church, Pentewan |
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| 50°17′30.4″N 4°46′51.1″W / 50.291778°N 4.780861°W | |
| Location | Pentewan |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
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| Dedication | All Saints |
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| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
| Completed | 1821 |
| Administration | |
| Parish | St Austell |
| Deanery | St Austell |
| Archdeaconry | Cornwall |
| Diocese | Diocese of Truro |
| Province | Province of Canterbury |
All Saints’ Church, Pentewan is a historic parish church located in the village of Pentewan, Cornwall, England. It belongs to the Church of England. This church is very important because it is a Grade II listed building. This means it has special historical or architectural value and is protected.
History of All Saints' Church
The church was built a long time ago, in 1821. It was part of a plan to make Pentewan village better. A person named Sir Christopher Hawkins, 1st Baronet helped build it. He was an important local figure.
Inside, the church is painted a bright yellow color. It has many rows of wooden seats called pews. There is also an electric organ, which is used for music during services.
Joining Parishes
All Saints' Church is part of a "joint parish." This means it shares its church community and some services with other churches nearby.
The churches in this joint parish are:
- Holy Trinity Church, St Austell
- St Levan’s Church, Porthpean
