Church of St Michael, Seavington St Michael facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St Michael |
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| Location | Seavington St Michael, 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. | 1057002 |
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The Church of St Michael is an old church in the village of Seavington St Michael, in Somerset, England. It was built a very long time ago, in the 1100s! This church is so important that it is protected as a Grade II* listed building. This means it's a special historic place.
History of the Church
The Church of St Michael was first built around the late 12th century, which means the late 1100s. Over the years, it has been changed and updated.
In the 15th century (the 1400s), new windows were put in. A special screen called a rood screen was also added inside the church.
Later, in the 19th century (the 1800s), more changes happened. A gallery, which is like a balcony, was built inside. A vestry, which is a room where priests prepare for services, was also added.
Today, this church works together with another church, the Church of St Peter and St Paul, South Petherton. They are part of the same church group, called a benefice, within the Diocese of Bath and Wells.
What the Church Looks Like
The church building is made from a type of stone called hamstone. Its roofs are made of slate. At the western end of the church, there is a small tower called a bell turret, where the church bell is kept.
Inside, the church has a main area called a nave and a smaller area near the altar called a chancel. These parts of the church are supported by strong stone structures called buttresses.
Most of the things you see inside the church today were added during a "Victorian restoration." This means they were updated in the 1800s. However, there is a very old font from the 12th or 13th century. A font is a basin used for baptisms. You can also find some small pieces of old stained glass windows.
On the south wall of the nave, there is a special plaque. This memorial remembers the men from the village who sadly died in World War I.
See also
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
