Church of St Michael, Cudworth facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St Michael |
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| Location | Cudworth, Somerset, England |
| Built | 12th century |
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Listed Building – Grade II*
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| Official name: Church of St Michael | |
| Designated | 4 February 1958 |
| Reference no. | 1366403 |
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The Church of St Michael is a very old church in Cudworth, England. It was built way back in the 1100s! This church is a special "Grade II* listed building". This means it's protected because it's an important historical place.
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History of St Michael's Church
This church was first built in the 12th century, which means the 1100s. Some parts, like a doorway and a small window on the north side, are still from that very old time! The main parts of the church, called the nave (where people sit) and the chancel (the area near the altar), were built in the 13th century (the 1200s). Later, in the 14th and 15th centuries (the 1300s and 1400s), they were changed a bit.
The church is part of a local group of churches called the Winsmoor benefice. This group belongs to the Diocese of Bath and Wells, which is a larger church area.
What Does St Michael's Church Look Like?
The Church of St Michael is made of stone. It has special stone decorations called hamstone dressing. The roofs are made of slate. At the western end of the church, there's a small tower for bells, called a bell turret.
Inside, the church has a main area called the nave with three sections, and a smaller area near the altar called the chancel with two sections. There's also a side area on the north side called an aisle.
Special Features Inside
Inside the church, you can see a pulpit from the Jacobean period. This means it was made around the 1600s. There's also a very old font from the 13th century (the 1200s). A font is a basin used for baptisms. This font is shaped like a cylinder and has cool patterns carved into it.
You can also find some small pieces of stained glass that are very old, from the medieval times.
See also
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
