Church of St John the Baptist, Hinton Charterhouse facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St John the Baptist |
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| Location | Hinton Charterhouse, Somerset, England |
| Built | 12th century |
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Listed Building – Grade II*
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| Designated | 1 February 1956 |
| Reference no. | 1136127 |
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The Church of St John the Baptist is an old and important church located in Hinton Charterhouse, a village in Somerset, England. It is a church that belongs to the Church of England, where local people worship. This church was built a very long time ago, in the 12th century. It is so special that it has been named a Grade II* listed building, which means it's a protected historical site.
History of the Church
The Church of St John the Baptist is even older than the Hinton Priory, which was a monastery for Carthusian monks built in the village in 1232. The priory was started by a noblewoman named Ela, Countess of Salisbury. For many years, the leader of the monastery had the right to collect a special tax, called tithes, from the villagers. They also got to choose the priest, known as the vicar, for the church. This arrangement continued until 1539, when King Henry VIII closed down many monasteries in England during an event called the Dissolution of the Monasteries.
Building Changes Over Time
Over the centuries, the church has been changed and updated. In the 13th century, a south chapel and a porch were added to the original 12th-century building. The church's tall tower, which has three parts, was repaired and updated in 1770. Later, in the 19th century, more repairs and changes were made during the Victorian era. These changes helped keep the old church strong and beautiful for many more years.
The Church Today
Today, the Church of St John the Baptist continues to be an active place of worship. It is part of a group of churches that work together in the area. This group includes churches in Freshford, Limpley Stoke, and Hinton Charterhouse. They all belong to the larger church area of Bath.
See also
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
