Holy Trinity Church, Norton Malreward facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Holy Trinity Church |
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| Location | Norton Malreward, Somerset, England |
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Listed Building – Grade II
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| Official name: Church of Holy Trinity | |
| Designated | 21 September 1906 |
| Reference no. | 32596 |
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The Holy Trinity Church is a very old church located in Norton Malreward, a village in Somerset, England. This church was first built way back in the late 1100s, which means it's over 800 years old! Because it's so important and historic, it's officially recognized as a 'Grade II listed building'. This means it's a special building that needs to be protected.
What Makes It Special?
Some parts of the church are still from its very first days. For example, the archway that connects the main part of the church (called the nave) to the area near the altar (called the chancel) is original. The font, which is a basin used for baptisms, is also from the first Norman church.
Over hundreds of years, the church has been changed and made bigger. In the 1400s, a tall, two-story tower was added to the west side of the church. This tower is about 40 feet (12 meters) high. It has strong supports called buttresses and a decorative top with battlements and pointy pinnacles.
Around 1860, a lot of the church was rebuilt. This work was done by an architect named James Wilson from Bath. He helped make sure the church stayed strong and beautiful for many more years.
Church Connections
Holy Trinity Church is part of a group of churches that work together. It shares its minister and activities with two other nearby churches: the Church of St Andrew, Chew Magna and the Church of St Michael, Dundry.
