Church of St Michael and All Angels, Bramcote facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Michael and All Angels, Bramcote |
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| Denomination | Church of England |
| Churchmanship | Open Evangelical |
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| Dedication | St Michael and All Angels |
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| Parish | Bramcote |
| Deanery | Nottingham South Deanery |
| Archdeaconry | Nottingham Archdeaconry |
| Diocese | Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham |
The Church of St Michael and All Angels, Bramcote is a beautiful Anglican church located in Bramcote, a village in Nottinghamshire, England. It's a special place for people in the community.
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About St Michael's Church
The current St Michael and All Angels Parish Church opened its doors on 12 December 1861. It was built to replace an older church in Bramcote. You can still see the tower of the old church standing today!
A New Beginning in 1861
A famous architect named John Johnson designed the new church. He created a wonderful building for the people of Bramcote.
Special Features of the Church
The church has a very tall spire, which is like a pointed tower, reaching 130 feet high. In 2011, the spire had some important repairs. This was also the year the church celebrated its 150th birthday!
Inside the church, you can find a special stone bowl called a font. This font is very old, dating back to the 13th century. It was moved from the old church to the new one in 1861.
What is a Listed Building?
The Church of St Michael and All Angels is a "Grade II listed" building. This means it's officially recognized as a building that is important for its history or special design. The government wants to make sure these buildings are protected and looked after for the future.
See also
- Listed buildings in Bramcote
