St John of Jerusalem's Church, Winkburn facts for kids
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St John of Jerusalem's Church, Winkburn
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| 53°7′2.34″N 0°56′16.59″W / 53.1173167°N 0.9379417°W | |
| Location | Winkburn |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | St. John of Jerusalem |
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| Heritage designation | Grade I listed |
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| Parish | Winkburn |
| Deanery | Newark and Southwell |
| Archdeaconry | Newark |
| Diocese | Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham |
St John of Jerusalem's Church, Winkburn is a very old and important church located in Winkburn, England. It is part of the Church of England. This church is so special that it has a "Grade I listed" status. This means it's considered one of the most important historic buildings in the country.
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History of the Church Building
This church has been standing for a very long time! It was first built way back in the 12th century. That's over 800 years ago!
Changes Over the Years
Like many old buildings, St John's Church has been changed and fixed up over time.
- In the 17th century, the church's tower was rebuilt. This means a new tower was constructed to replace the old one.
- Later, in 1853, the roof of the church was replaced. This helped keep the building safe and dry.
Knights Hospitaller Connection
For many centuries, this church was linked to a famous group called the Knights Hospitaller. They were a Christian military order that started in the 11th century. They were known for helping pilgrims and caring for the sick.
From around 1199, a small community or "cell" of the Knights Hospitaller was based right here at Winkburn. They stayed here for a very long time, possibly until 1832.
More About This Church
St John of Jerusalem's Church is a beautiful example of old English architecture. It shows how buildings were made hundreds of years ago. It's a place where people still gather for worship today.
See also
- Grade I listed buildings in Nottinghamshire
- Listed buildings in Winkburn
