Holy Trinity Church, Rudgwick facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Holy Trinity Church |
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The church from the north west
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| 51°05′51″N 0°26′37″W / 51.0976°N 0.4435°W | |
| Location | Church Street, Rudgwick, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 3DD |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| Website | www.rudgwickchurch.org.uk |
| History | |
| Status | Parish church |
| Founded | 12th century |
| Dedication | Holy Trinity |
| Architecture | |
| Functional status | Active |
| Heritage designation | Grade I |
| Designated | 22 September 1959 |
| Specifications | |
| Capacity | 178 |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Holy Trinity Rudgwick |
| Deanery | Horsham |
| Archdeaconry | Horsham |
| Episcopal area | Horsham |
| Diocese | Diocese of Chichester |
| Province | Province of Canterbury |
Holy Trinity Church is the main parish church for the village of Rudgwick. This village is located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England. It is part of the Church of England.
The oldest part of the church is its font, which is a special basin used for baptisms. This font is made from a type of stone called Horsham or Sussex Marble and dates all the way back to the 12th century. The church's tower was built in the 13th century. Many of the materials for the tower likely came from an even older church that was taken down. Some parts of the south wall might also be as old as the tower. Most of the rest of the church was built in the 14th and 15th centuries. The vestry, which is a room where clergy prepare, was added in the Victorian era. Because of its age and importance, the church is a Grade I listed building. This means it's a very important historic site.
The Church's Long History
Holy Trinity Church has been around since the 13th century. Around the year 1260, a person named Alard the Fleming owned a large estate nearby. He was given permission to hold a fair in Rudgwick. This fair was held around the time of "the eve, feast and morrow of the Holy Trinity" (Trinity Sunday). This is probably how the church got its name.
Over many centuries, many different rectors and vicars have led the church. These are the priests who look after the church and its community.
Holy Trinity Church Today
Holy Trinity Church was officially named a Grade I Listed building on September 22, 1959. This status helps protect the church and its history. In 2023, the church's graveyard was made larger. The Bishop of Horsham performed a special ceremony to bless the new area.
See also
- Bishop of Chichester
- Bishop of Horsham
- Bishop of Lewes
- Church of England
- Diocese of Chichester
- Grade I listed buildings in West Sussex
- List of places of worship in Horsham (district)
