St Bartholomew's Church, Kneesall facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Bartholomew’s Church, Kneesall |
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St Bartholomew’s Church, Kneesall
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| 53°10′13″N 0°56′53″W / 53.17028°N 0.94806°W | |
| Location | Kneesall |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
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| Dedication | St Bartholomew |
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| Heritage designation | Grade I listed |
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| Parish | Kneesall |
| Deanery | Newark and Southwell |
| Archdeaconry | Newark |
| Diocese | Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham |
St Bartholomew’s Church, Kneesall is an old church in Kneesall, a village in England. It belongs to the Church of England and is part of the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham. This church is very special because it is a Grade I listed building. This means it is considered one of the most important historic buildings in the country.
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History of St Bartholomew’s Church
This church has been around for a very long time! It was first built in the 1300s, which is the 14th century. Imagine how many people have visited it since then.
Restoring the Church
Over the years, the church has been repaired and updated several times. It was restored in 1846 and again in 1860. Later, in 1893, a famous architect named Charles Hodgson Fowler helped restore it. These restorations help keep the old building strong and beautiful for new generations.
Churches in the Area
St Bartholomew’s Church is part of a group of churches in the local area. These include:
- St Swithin’s Church, Wellow
- St Michael the Archangel's Church, Laxton
- Moorhouse Chantry Chapel
The Church Organ
Inside the church, there is a musical organ. This organ was made by a company called Brindley & Foster. Organs are large musical instruments that make sound using pipes. You can find more details about this specific organ on the National Pipe Organ Register.
