Church of St James, Milton Clevedon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St James |
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| Location | Milton Clevedon, Somerset, England |
| Built | 1790 |
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Listed Building – Grade II*
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| Designated | 2 June 1961 |
| Reference no. | 1059161 |
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The Church of St James is an old church in Milton Clevedon, a village in Somerset, England. It was mostly rebuilt in 1790. This church is a special historical building, known as a Grade II* listed building. This means it's protected because of its important history and unique design.
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Discovering St James Church
The very first church in Milton Clevedon was built a long, long time ago, in the 12th century. Imagine how much history has happened since then!
Who Looked After the Church?
For many years, the right to choose the priest for the church was held by Bruton Abbey. An abbey is a type of monastery, where monks or nuns live and worship. This arrangement continued until the time known as the Dissolution of the Monasteries. This was when King Henry VIII closed down many monasteries in England.
After the monasteries were closed, in 1545, the church was officially named and dedicated to St James.
Rebuilding and Restoring the Church
In 1790, the church was largely rebuilt. The builders were clever and used some of the old stones from Bruton Abbey for the new church. They also kept some parts of the original medieval church building. So, when you look at it, you're seeing a mix of different times!
Later, in the 1860s, the church had a "Victorian restoration". This means it was repaired and updated during the Victorian era, which was a time when many old churches were given a new look.
What Does the Church Look Like?
The church has a tall, three-part tower. This tower is supported by strong diagonal buttresses, which are like extra supports on the outside walls. Inside the tower, there are five bells. The oldest bell is incredibly old; it was made in Bristol around 1380!
The Church of St James is part of a group of churches in the area. It belongs to the Diocese of Bath and Wells, which is a large church district in England.
