St Agnes' Church, Freshwater facts for kids

Quick facts for kids St Agnes' Church, Freshwater
50°40′24″N 01°31′03″W / 50.67333°N 1.51750°W / 50.67333; -1.51750
Denomination	Church of England
Churchmanship	Broad Church
Website	allsaintsandstagnes.org.uk
History
Dedication	St Agnes
Administration
Parish	Freshwater, Isle of Wight
Diocese	Portsmouth
Province	Canterbury

St Agnes' Church, Freshwater is a special church located in Freshwater, Isle of Wight. It is part of the Church of England, which is the main Christian church in England. This church serves the local community, like a neighborhood church.

About St Agnes' Church

St Agnes' Church is quite unique. It was built in 1908 and is the only church on the Isle of Wight that has a thatched roof. A thatched roof is made from straw or reeds, giving the church a very traditional and charming look.

Building the Church

The land for St Agnes' Church was given by Hallam Tennyson, 2nd Baron Tennyson. He was a famous person whose father was the poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson. Hallam's wife, Audrey Tennyson, suggested naming the church after Saint Agnes. Saint Agnes was an early Christian saint.

The church was officially opened and blessed on August 12, 1908. This special ceremony is called a "consecration."

Materials Used

The builders used stone from an old, unused farmhouse nearby to construct the church. An old stone with the date "1622" was even put into one of the church walls. This might make some people think the church is much older than it is! But remember, the church was actually built in 1908.

Church Community

St Agnes' Church is connected with All Saints' Church, Freshwater. They work together as one parish, which means they share resources and serve the same local area.

The Church Organ

Inside St Agnes' Church, there is an organ. Organs are large musical instruments often found in churches. They are used to play music during services and events.

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