All Saints Church, Dodington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids All Saints Church, Dodington |
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| General information | |
| Town or city | Dodington, Holford |
| Country | England |
| Coordinates | 51°09′31″N 3°11′06″W / 51.1585°N 3.1850°W |
| Completed | 15th century |
All Saints Church in Dodington, a small village in Somerset, England, is a very old and special building. It was mostly rebuilt and made bigger way back in the 15th century. This church is so important that English Heritage has given it a special status called "Grade I listed building." This means it's one of the most important historic buildings in England, and it needs to be protected.
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A Look at the Church's History
Building Through the Centuries
The church we see today has changed a lot over hundreds of years. The main part of the church, called the nave (where people sit), got new windows and a new roof in the 16th century. The chancel, which is the part near the altar, was rebuilt in the 15th century and then got new windows in the early 17th century.
In 1610, a small chapel was added to the church. Later, in 1772, the top part of the church tower was built. Imagine how many changes this building has seen!
Modern Changes and Memories
More recently, in 1874, new wooden seats, called pews, were put in for everyone attending services. After World War I, the church had more work done. This included building a lych gate, which is a special covered gateway at the entrance to a churchyard.
The church tower once held four bells in 1933. However, these bells are no longer rung today.
Inside the church, you can find a special memorial. It honors a famous person named Admiral Sir Edward Codrington. He was a brave naval officer who lived a long time ago.
See also
- List of Grade I listed buildings in West Somerset
- List of towers in Somerset
