Church of St Peter, Yeovilton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of St Peter |
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| Location | Podimore, Yeovilton, Somerset, England |
| Built | 14th century |
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Listed Building – Grade I
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| Designated | 19 April 1961 |
| Reference no. | 1295400 |
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The Church of St Peter in Podimore, England, is a very old and important building. It was built a long time ago, in the early 1300s! Because it's so special, it's officially known as a Grade I listed building. This means it's one of the most important historic buildings in England.
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Exploring the Church of St Peter
The Church of St Peter stands in Podimore, a small place in Somerset. It is part of the parish of Yeovilton. The church has been a special place for hundreds of years.
A Glimpse into History
This church was built on the spot where an even older building once stood. We know about this older building from the Domesday Book. This book was a huge survey of England made in 1086. It recorded who owned land and property.
For a long time, Glastonbury Abbey looked after the church. They had the right to choose the priests for the church. This continued until the time when many monasteries were closed down in England.
What the Church Looks Like
The Church of St Peter has three main parts. These are the chancel, the nave, and a tall tower on the west side.
The tower is quite interesting. It has four sections. The bottom part is square. But the other three parts are shaped like an octagon, which has eight sides. Inside the tower, there is one bell. This bell was made way back in 1633! Experts checked the tower in 2012 to plan for future repairs.
The arch that leads into the chancel is probably the oldest part of the whole church. It has been there for a very long time.
Inside the Church
When you step inside, you can see many old features. The rails around the altar are from the late 1600s. There are also small pieces of old glass in the east window. These pieces date from the 1490s.
You might also spot faint marks on the walls. These are traces of old wall paintings. They give us a hint of how the church looked centuries ago.
The Church Today
Today, the Church of St Peter is part of the Church of England. It belongs to the parish of Yeovilton with Podimore. This parish is connected with other nearby churches. They all work together in the area of Wells.
See also
- List of Grade I listed buildings in South Somerset
- List of towers in Somerset
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
