Church of St Lawrence, Cucklington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St Lawrence |
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| Location | Cucklington, Somerset, England |
| Built | 13th century |
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Listed Building – Grade II*
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| Official name: Church of St Lawrence | |
| Designated | 24 March 1961 |
| Reference no. | 1274765 |
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The Church of St Lawrence is an old church located in Cucklington, a village in Somerset, England. It was built a very long time ago, in the 13th century. Today, it is recognized as a special historic building, called a Grade II* listed building. This means it's an important part of England's history and needs to be protected.
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History of the Church
The Church of St Lawrence was first built in the 1200s. Imagine how many generations have worshipped there! In the 1800s, the church was updated. This process is called a Victorian restoration. It means parts of the church were repaired or rebuilt to fit the style of that time.
The church is part of a larger group of churches, or a benefice. This group includes churches in Charlton Musgrove, Cucklington, Stoke Trister, and Bayford. They all belong to the Diocese of Bath and Wells, which is a church area led by a bishop.
What the Church Looks Like
The Church of St Lawrence is made of stone and has roofs covered with clay tiles. Inside, it has a main open area called a nave. This is where the people sit during services. It also has a chancel, which is the part of the church near the altar.
The Tower and Bells
The church has a tall tower with two main sections. This tower was rebuilt in 1705. It has strong supports on its corners called buttresses. These help the tower stand tall and strong.
Inside the tower, there are six bells. Three of these bells were made way back in 1726! On top of the tower, there is a small, dome-shaped structure called a Cupola. This pretty cupola was also built in 1705.
Inside the Church
Most of the things you see inside the church today are from the 1800s. However, there are some older pieces too. You can find small parts of stained glass windows that are from the 1400s.
The font, which is a basin used for baptisms, might be even older. It could be from the Norman period, which was in the 11th and 12th centuries.
Churchyard Memorial
In the churchyard, there is a special cross. This cross was put there to remember the men from the village who sadly died in World War I. It serves as a lasting memorial to their sacrifice.
See also
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
