St John's Church, Tolpuddle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of Saint John, Tolpuddle |
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| Church of Saint John the Evangelist | |
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| Location | Dorchester Road, Tolpuddle, Dorset, DT2 7EW |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Status | Active |
| Dedication | Saint John the Evangelist |
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| Functional status | Parish church |
| Heritage designation | Grade I listed |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Tolpuddle |
| Archdeaconry | Archdeaconry of Sherborne |
| Diocese | Diocese of Salisbury |
The Church of Saint John the Evangelist is a special Church of England building in Tolpuddle, a village in Dorset, England. It serves as a parish church, which means it's the main church for the local community. This historic church is very important and has been given a special status.
It is known as a Grade I listed building. This means experts have decided it is a building of "exceptional interest." It's like a super important historical landmark!
A Look Back in Time
The Church of Saint John the Evangelist has a long and interesting history. The oldest parts of the church were built way back in the 12th century. That's over 800 years ago!
Over time, the church grew bigger. New sections were added during the 13th and 14th centuries. Imagine how many people have walked through its doors over hundreds of years!
In 1855, the church was carefully repaired and updated. This work was done by a famous architect named T. H. Wyatt. He helped make sure the old building stayed strong and beautiful.
On January 26, 1956, the church officially became a Grade I listed building. This important title helps protect the church so it can be enjoyed for many more centuries.
Inside and Out
The church is dedicated to Saint John the Evangelist. He was one of Jesus's closest friends. Churches are often named after important saints.
The church is still active today. People from Tolpuddle and nearby areas use it for services and community events. It's a living piece of history!
Church Pictures
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The grave of James Hammett, one of the Tolpuddle Martyrs
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A look inside the chancel, where the high altar is
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The church tower and its entrance door
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The Church of St John the Evangelist from outside
