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St. Andrew's Church, Skegby
St. Andrew's Church, Mansfield Road, Skegby (3).jpg
Denomination Church of England
Churchmanship Evangelical
History
Dedication St. Andrew
Administration
Parish Skegby
Diocese Southwell and Nottingham
Province York

St. Andrew's Church is a historic parish church for the Church of England located in the village of Skegby, Nottinghamshire.

The church is very special and has been officially recognized for its importance. It is a Grade II listed building. This means a government department has decided it has special architectural or historical value and must be protected for future generations to enjoy.

Near the church entrance, you can also find the Skegby War Memorial. This monument, which honors local people who died in wars, is also Grade II listed because of its own historical importance.

Skegby War Memorial, Near entrance to St Andrews Church, Mansfield Road, Skegby (4)
The Skegby War Memorial is a Grade II listed structure near the church entrance.

History of the Church

St. Andrew's is a medieval church, meaning parts of it are hundreds of years old, dating back to the Middle Ages. The oldest part of the building is the north arcade (a series of arches), which was built in the 13th century.

The church sits on a hill that looks out over the village of Skegby. It is so old that it was even mentioned in the famous Domesday Book. This was a huge survey of all the land and property in England, ordered by King William the Conqueror all the way back in 1086.

Church Community

St. Andrew's Church is part of a group of local parishes that work together. This group includes:

See also

  • Listed buildings in Skegby

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