All Saints Church, Long Whatton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids All Saints' Church, Long Whatton |
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All Saints' Church, Long Whatton
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| Location | Long Whatton |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
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| Dedication | All Saints |
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| Heritage designation | Grade II* listed |
All Saints Church is a historic building in the village of Long Whatton, Leicestershire, England. It is an active Anglican church, which means it belongs to the Church of England. The church is an important local landmark.
It is officially recognized as a Grade II* listed building. This means it has special historical or architectural importance.
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History of All Saints Church
The main part of All Saints Church was built in the 14th century. That's over 600 years ago! The church tower is even older. It was built in the late 12th or early 13th century.
Later, in the 15th or 16th century, the top part of the tower was added. This shows how the church has changed over many years.
Changes and Additions
The church has been updated several times. In 1865 and 1866, parts of the church were rebuilt. This helped to keep the old building strong and usable.
In 1931, a special room called a baptistry was added. This was designed by an architect named Henry Paley. A baptistry is a place where people are baptized, which is an important Christian ceremony. This addition was made as a memorial to Lord Crawshaw.
What is a Listed Building?
All Saints Church is a Grade II* listed building. In England, buildings are "listed" to protect them. This means they are important for their history or architecture.
- Grade I buildings are the most important.
- Grade II* buildings are very important, but not quite as rare as Grade I.
- Grade II buildings are also important and make up most listed buildings.
Being listed means that special permission is needed to make changes to the building. This helps to keep its historic character safe for the future.
Church Life Today
All Saints Church is still an active place of worship. It is part of the diocese of Leicester. A diocese is a large area managed by a bishop. The church serves the local community in Long Whatton.
See also
In Spanish: Iglesia de Todos los Santos (Long Whatton) para niños
