St Andrew's Church, Arthingworth facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Andrew's Church, Arthingworth |
|
|---|---|
 |
|
| 52°25′32″N 0°53′30″W / 52.42558°N 0.89153°W | |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| Website | http://www.faxtongroup.org.uk/standrewschurcharthingworth.htm |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II* |
| Designated | 2 November 1954 |
| Administration | |
| Deanery | Brixworth |
| Archdeaconry | Northampton |
| Diocese | Diocese of Peterborough |
| Province | Canterbury |
St Andrew's Church is an important Church of England building. It is the main church for the village of Arthingworth. This church is a special listed building with a Grade II* rating. This means it is a very important historic building. You can find it on the north side of Braybrooke Road.
Contents
History of St Andrew's Church
The Domesday Book was a big survey of England. It was written in 1086. This old book does not mention a church or priest in Arthingworth. This might mean there was no church building yet. Or maybe there was no priest living there at that time.
Building the Church
Most of the church you see today was built a long time ago. Work started in the 12th century, which was the 1100s. More parts were added in the 14th century, which was the 1300s. Imagine how old that is!
Church Restoration
The church was fixed up and made better in the 19th century. This was during the 1800s. This work helped to keep the old building strong.
Parts of the Church
St Andrew's Church has several main parts. It has a nave, which is the main open area. There are also north and south aisles on the sides. The chancel is the area near the altar. Finally, there is a tall west tower. You can find a detailed description of the church on the Historic England website.
Church Records
The church has kept records of important events for a very long time. These parish registers include details like births, deaths, and marriages. The oldest records we have are from 1650.
Where to Find Old Records
Most of the old records are not kept at the church anymore. They are stored safely at the Northamptonshire Record Office. This is a special place where old documents are preserved. You can find out where it is and when it is open on their website.
Working Together
Arthingworth is part of a group of churches. This group is called a "united Benefice." It includes churches from nearby villages. These are East Farndon, Harrington, and Oxendon. Each village still has its own church building. They work together to share resources and support.
