Church of St Mary Magdalene, Winsford facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St Mary Magdalene |
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| Town or city | Winsford |
| Country | England |
| Coordinates | 51°06′13″N 3°33′57″W / 51.1037°N 3.5659°W |
| Completed | 13th century |
The Church of St Mary Magdalene is a very old church in Winsford, England. It was built a long time ago, even before the 13th century, during the Norman period. This means it's over 800 years old! Because it's so old and important, English Heritage has given it a special Grade I listed building status. This protects the church, making sure it stays safe for many more years.
About the Church of St Mary Magdalene
This church is named after St Mary Magdalene. It was partly fixed up in 1858 to keep it in good condition. The church has a tall tower that stands about 90 feet (27 meters) high. This tower was built in three main sections, one on top of the other.
The Church Bells
Inside the tower, there are six bells. Four of these bells are very heavy. They were made by a famous bell-making family, the Bilbies, in Cullompton. These four bells were cast in 1765, which means they are over 250 years old!
A Look Inside
The Church of St Mary Magdalene has many interesting old features.
- There is a beautiful painted panel from 1609. This was made when King James I was ruling England.
- The ironwork on the inner doors is also very old. Experts think it dates back to the 13th century. It might have come from a nearby old monastery called St Nichola in Barlynch.
- The font, which is a large basin used for baptisms, is from the Norman period. This makes it one of the oldest parts of the church.
- The organ was put into the church around 1900. It was brought all the way from Dulverton by a horse-drawn wagon.
- The church also has a register that lists important events like births, marriages, and deaths. This register goes all the way back to 1660!
See also
- List of Grade I listed buildings in West Somerset
- List of towers in Somerset
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
