Church of St John the Baptist, North Cheriton facts for kids
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| Location | North Cheriton, Somerset, England |
| Built | 14th century |
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Listed Building – Grade II*
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| Official name: Church of St John the Baptist | |
| Designated | 24 March 1961 |
| Reference no. | 1274277 |
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The Church of St John the Baptist is a historic Christian church located in North Cheriton, a village in Somerset, England. This beautiful stone church was first built way back in the 14th century, which means it's over 600 years old! It is officially recognized as a Grade II* listed building, meaning it's a very important old building that needs to be protected.
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A Look Back in Time
This church has stood for centuries. It was originally built in the 1300s. Over the years, like many old buildings, it needed repairs and updates. In the 1800s, during the Victorian era, the church had a big makeover. This was called a "Victorian restoration." During this time, many parts of the church were rebuilt or repaired to keep it strong and looking good.
Today, the Church of St John the Baptist is part of a group of churches called the Camelot Churches. These churches work together within the larger Diocese of Bath and Wells, which is a church area in England.
What the Church Looks Like
The church is made of stone, with special hamstone details and clay tile roofs. Inside, it has a main area called the nave and a smaller area near the altar called the chancel. There's also a north aisle, which is like a side section, with a room for the organ and a vestry (a room where priests get ready). On the south side, there's a porch where people enter.
The Tower and Bells
One of the oldest parts of the church is its tower, which dates back to the 15th century. The tower is supported by strong corner buttresses, which are like stone supports. Inside the tower, there are five bells that ring out for services and special occasions.
Inside the Church
While much of the inside of the church was updated in the 1800s, some very old pieces remain. You can see part of a wooden screen from around the year 1500. This screen was actually brought here from another church, the Church of St John the Baptist in Pilton.
The font, which is a basin used for baptisms, might be even older, possibly from the 12th century! The pulpit, where the priest gives sermons, was made in 1633. Some of the beautiful stained glass windows in the church were created by a famous company called Clayton and Bell.
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The Church of St John the Baptist in North Cheriton.
