Church of St Edward King and Martyr, Goathurst facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St Edward King and Martyr |
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| General information | |
| Town or city | Goathurst |
| Country | England |
| Coordinates | 51°06′13″N 3°03′47″W / 51.1036°N 3.0630°W |
| Completed | 14th century |
The Church of St Edward King and Martyr is a very old and special church located in Goathurst, a village in Somerset, England. It was built way back in the 14th century, which means it's over 600 years old! Because it's so old and important, it has been given a special status called a Grade I listed building. This means it's one of the most important historic buildings in England and is protected so it can be preserved for many years to come.
The Story Behind the Name
The church is named after Edward the Martyr, who was a young Saxon king. His story is quite sad. Edward became king when he was very young, but he was tragically killed in 978 at Corfe Castle in Dorset. This happened because his stepmother, Elfrida, wanted her own son to become king instead of Edward. It's quite unusual for a church to be dedicated to him, which makes this church even more unique!
Inside the Church
Inside the Church of St Edward King and Martyr, you can find some interesting monuments. One of these is from the 19th century and remembers a three-year-old girl named Isabella Kemeys. The monument shows her lying peacefully on a pillow, holding a broken flower. There are also other monuments dedicated to the Kemeys-Tynte family, who lived at Halswell House nearby. These monuments help us remember the people who were important to the church and the area many years ago.
See also
- List of Grade I listed buildings in Sedgemoor
- List of towers in Somerset
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
