Church of St John the Baptist, Churchill facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St John the Baptist |
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| Location | Churchill, Somerset |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Anglican |
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| Dedication | Saint John the Baptist |
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| Heritage designation | Grade I |
| Architectural type | Church |
| Completed | 12th century |
The Church of St John the Baptist is a very old church in Churchill, Somerset, England. Most of it was built around the year 1360. It is so important that it is a Grade I listed building. This means it is a special historic building that must be protected.
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A Look at the Church's History
The Church of St John the Baptist has a long and interesting past. It stands on the site of an even older building.
From Norman Chapel to Today's Church
Back in 1180, there was a Norman chapel here. Parts of that old chapel, like the main part of the church called the nave, are still part of the church you see today. Imagine, some stones are over 800 years old!
Special Features Inside the Church
Inside, you'll find some cool historical items.
The Ancient Font
The stone font is very old, from around 1200. This is where people are baptized. Later, in 1879, a wooden cover was added to the font. This was when people really liked Gothic styles again.
Beautiful Stained Glass Windows
The church also has many stained glass windows. These colorful windows were made at different times throughout history. Each one tells a story or shows a picture.
The Impressive Church Tower
The church tower is a very noticeable part of the building. It has three main sections.
Cool Details on the Tower
Look closely at the tower! It has strong supports called buttresses. There are also decorative stone bands called string courses. You can see a special stair turret (a small tower with stairs) on the north-east corner. It has a fancy top with patterns and gargoyles. Gargoyles are stone carvings, often shaped like monsters, that also help drain water from the roof.
When Was the Tower Built?
Experts have different ideas about when the tower was built. Some think it was around 1360. Others believe it was after 1420. Either way, it's a very old and impressive part of the church.
See also
- List of Grade I listed buildings in North Somerset
- List of towers in Somerset
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
