St James' Church, Halloughton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St James' Church, Halloughton |
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St James' Church, Halloughton
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| 53°3′32.7″N 0°58′15.64″W / 53.059083°N 0.9710111°W | |
| Location | Halloughton |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
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| Dedication | St James |
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| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
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| Parish | Halloughton |
| Deanery | Newark and Southwell |
| Archdeaconry | Newark |
| Diocese | Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham |
St James' Church in Halloughton is an old and special church located in the village of Halloughton, England. It's a Church of England church, meaning it's part of the main Christian church in England. This church is so important that it's been given a special status called Grade II listed, which means it's a historic building that needs to be protected.
A Glimpse into History
Imagine a time long, long ago, in the 1200s! That's when St James' Church was first built. It's been standing for over 700 years, seeing many changes in the world.
Over time, buildings can get a bit worn out. So, between 1879 and 1882, the church had a big "makeover" or restoration. This work was done by an architect named Ewan Christian, who helped make sure the church would last for many more years.
Sharing a Parish
St James' Church is part of a joint parish. This means it works together with a few other local churches to serve the community. Think of it like a team of churches!
The churches that share this parish with St James' Church are:
- St Mary's Church, Bleasby
- St Michael's Church, Hoveringham
- Priory Church of St. Peter, Thurgarton
See also
- Listed buildings in Halloughton
