Church of St Mary Magdalene, Cricket Malherbie facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St Mary Magdalene |
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| Location | Cricket Malherbie, Somerset, England |
| Built | 12th century. Rebuilt 1855 |
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Listed Building – Grade II*
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| Official name: Church of St Mary Magdalen | |
| Designated | 4 February 1958 |
| Reference no. | 1177461 |
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The Church of St Mary Magdalene is an old church in Cricket Malherbie, a small village in Somerset, England. It was first built way back in the 1100s! Later, in 1855, it was rebuilt. This church is so special that it's officially protected as a Grade II* listed building. This means it's a very important historic place.
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Discovering the Church's Past
A church has stood on this spot since the 12th century, which is over 800 years ago! However, the church you see today was mostly rebuilt around 1855.
Who Helped Rebuild the Church?
The rebuilding project was started by a man named Rev James Mountford Allen. He was the church's curate (a type of assistant priest). He was also the headmaster of Ilminster Grammar School.
The Church Today
Today, the Church of St Mary Magdalene serves as the main church for the nearby area of Knowle St Giles. The old church in Knowle St Giles is no longer used for services. It has even been turned into a private house. This church is part of a larger group of churches called the Two Shires benefice. This group belongs to the Diocese of Bath and Wells.
Exploring the Church's Design
The church building is made from a type of stone called hamstone. Its roofs are covered with clay tiles. The edges of the roof have low walls called parapets.
Inside the Church
The church has a main area called a three-bay nave. It also has a two-bay chancel, which is where the altar is. There is also a north transept, which is like a side wing. The church has a tall, three-stage tower. This tower is held up by strong corner supports called buttresses. A pointed spire sits on top of the tower.
The things inside the church, like the special tomb memorials, were mostly added in the mid-1800s.
Outside the Church
The wall around the churchyard and the special gate called a lychgate were also added in the 1850s.
See also
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
