Church of All Saints, Closworth facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Church of All Saints
Location	Closworth, Somerset, England
Listed Building – Grade II*
Official name: Church of All Saints
Designated	19 April 1961
Reference no.	1057233
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The Church of All Saints in Closworth, Somerset, England, is a very old church. It was built way back in the 13th century, which means it's over 700 years old! It's considered a special historic building. It's known as a Grade II* listed building, meaning it's very important and protected.

A Look Back in Time

The Church of All Saints was first built in the 1200s. Later, in the 1400s, more parts were added to it. In 1875, the church got a big makeover. This was called a "Victorian restoration" because it happened during the Victorian era. Workers repaired and updated parts of the church to make it look good again. This church is part of a group of churches called the Coker Ridge benefice. This group is looked after by the Diocese of Bath and Wells, which is like a regional church organization.

What the Church Looks Like

The church is made from a special local stone called hamstone. Its roofs are covered with clay tiles. The main part of the church, called the nave, has four sections or "bays." There is also a smaller area near the altar, called the chancel, which has one bay. At the west end of the church, there is a tall tower with four levels. Strong supports called buttresses help hold it up. Inside the church, you can see some very old items. There's a wooden pulpit from the 1600s, where sermons are given. There's also an eight-sided font from the 1400s, used for baptisms. In the churchyard outside, you can find part of a stone cross from the 1400s. A man named Thomas Purdue is buried in the churchyard. He came from a famous family known for making church bells.

See also

• List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells