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Church of Saint John, Tolpuddle
Church of Saint John the Evangelist
Tolpuddle, parish church of St. John the Evangelist - geograph.org.uk - 474196.jpg
Location Dorchester Road, Tolpuddle, Dorset, DT2 7EW
Country England
Denomination Church of England
History
Status Active
Dedication Saint John the Evangelist
Architecture
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!

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