All Saints Church, Sutton Bassett facts for kids
Quick facts for kids All Saints Church, Sutton Bassett |
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 All Saints Church, Sutton Bassett
Location in Northamptonshire
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| 52°30′22″N 0°51′50″W / 52.50604°N 0.86399°W | |
| OS grid reference | SP 7720 9040 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Denomination | Church of England |
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| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
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| Parish | Sutton Bassett |
| Deanery | Corby |
| Archdeaconry | Oakham |
| Diocese | Diocese of Peterborough |
All Saints Church is a special old building in the village of Sutton Bassett, Northamptonshire, England. It's a local church for the Church of England. This church was first built as a smaller part of St. Mary's Church in the nearby village of Weston by Welland.
When it was first built, All Saints Church was part of the Diocese of Lincoln. A "diocese" is like a church district led by a bishop. Later, in 1539, it became part of the Diocese of Peterborough.
History of All Saints Church
All Saints Church is very old! It was built a long, long time ago, in the 12th century. That means it's over 800 years old! Some people even think it might be a bit older, perhaps from the late 11th century.
Unlike most churches you might know, All Saints Church does not have a graveyard around it. This is quite unusual for a parish church.
What is a Grade II Listed Building?
All Saints Church is known as a Grade II listed building. This means it's a very important building in England. The government protects it because of its special history and architecture.
- Grade II means the building is "of special interest." It's important to keep it safe and in good condition for future generations.
- There are rules about changing or fixing these buildings to make sure their historical features are protected.
