Church of St John the Baptist, Northwood facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St. John the Baptist, Northwood |
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| Denomination | Church of England |
| Churchmanship | Broad Church |
| Website | www.northwoodvillage.org.uk/church/default.aspx |
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| Dedication | St. John the Baptist |
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| Parish | Northwood, Isle of Wight |
| Diocese | Portsmouth |
| Province | Canterbury |
The Church of St. John the Baptist, Northwood is an old church in the Church of England. You can find it in Northwood, Isle of Wight. This church is special because it's a Grade I listed building. This means it's a very important historical building. It sits on Chawton Lane, about 400 meters south of the village.
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History of St. John the Baptist Church
This church has a long history, going back to medieval times. That means it's hundreds of years old!
Changes and Restoration Work
In the mid-1800s, the church got a big makeover. This was part of a common trend called Victorian restoration. In 1864, the old wooden tower and a dormer window were removed. The church's restoration was finished in 1874.
Original Features of the Church
Even with all the changes, the church still has many of its original parts. For example, there's a Norman arch over the south doorway. This arch shows building styles from a very long time ago. The church also has a Jacobean pulpit, which is a raised stand where the priest speaks.
The Church Bell
Northwood's only bell was put in place in 1875. It has been ringing out over the village ever since.
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The Church of St. John the Baptist in Northwood.
