St John, Bigrigg facts for kids
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| OS grid reference | NX 9978613813 |
| Location | Bigrigg, Cumbria |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Anglican |
| History | |
| Status | Parish church |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Cleator |
| Deanery | Calder |
| Archdeaconry | West Cumberland |
| Diocese | Carlisle |
| Province | York |
St John, Bigrigg is a church located near the village of Bigrigg in Cumbria, northern England. It belongs to the Anglican Church, which is also known as the Church of England. This church is a special kind of church called a parish church, meaning it serves the local community in its area.
About St John's Church
St John's Church is part of the diocese of Carlisle, which is a large area managed by a bishop in the Church of England. It also falls under the deanery of Calder. The church's local group, or "benefice," is Egremont.
A Special Building
This church is not just any building; it is a Grade II listed building. This means it is officially recognized as an important historic building that needs to be protected. Buildings get this special status because they have a unique history or interesting architecture.
