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 historic Church of England church located in Sutton Bassett, Northamptonshire. It was originally built to support St. Mary's Church in the nearby village of Weston by Welland. The church was first part of the Diocese of Lincoln. In 1539, it became part of the Diocese of Peterborough.
All Saints Church: A Glimpse into History
All Saints Church is very old! It was built around the 12th century, which means it's about 800 to 900 years old. Some experts even think it might be from the late 11th century. Imagine all the history this building has seen!
A Church Without a Graveyard
Most churches have a graveyard where people are buried. But All Saints Church is different. It does not have its own graveyard. This is quite unusual for a parish church.
What is a Grade II Listed Building?
All Saints Church is a Grade II listed building. This means it's a very important historical building. The government protects it because of its special architectural or historical interest. Being "listed" helps make sure these old buildings are kept safe for future generations to enjoy.
