Church of St Michael and All Angels, Twerton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St Michael and All Angels |
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| Location | How Hill, Twerton, Bath, Somerset, England |
| Built | 15th century |
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Listed Building – Grade II*
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| Official name: Church of St Michael and All Angels | |
| Designated | 12 June 1950 |
| Reference no. | 1395896 |
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The Church of St Michael and All Angels is a historic church located on How Hill in Twerton, a part of Bath, England. This beautiful building was first constructed in the 15th century. It is recognized as a Grade II* listed building, which means it is a very important historical site that needs to be protected.
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History of St Michael's Church
Early Beginnings and Rebuilding
The oldest part of the Church of St Michael and All Angels is its tower, which dates back to the 15th century. Imagine, that tower has stood for hundreds of years! Most of the church building was rebuilt in 1839. This work was done by an architect named George Phillips Manners. He made sure to use some of the original stone and materials from the older church.
Later Changes and Community Role
More improvements were made to the church later on by E.W. Buckle. After these changes, the church was officially opened again on January 21, 1886. Today, the church is part of the Bath Marlbrook Team, which is a group of churches in the Diocese of Bath and Wells. It plays a big role in the Twerton community. The church offers a community center, a cafe, and even a recording studio. It also runs many projects to help local people.
Church Architecture and Design
Building Materials and Main Parts
The Church of St Michael and All Angels is built from limestone, a strong type of rock. Its roofs are made of slate and lead. The church has several main sections:
- The nave is the main part where people sit.
- The chancel is the area near the altar.
- A vestry is attached, which is a room used by the clergy.
- There are also north and south aisles, which are passages on the sides of the main seating area.
The Tower and Oldest Features
The church has a tall west tower with three levels. This tower is supported by strong diagonal buttresses, which are structures that help hold up the walls. The very oldest part of the church is its south door. This door is all that remains from an even earlier church structure. That original church was built around the year 1100, during the Norman period.
See Also
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
