St John the Baptist Church, Yaverland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St John the Baptist Church, Yaverland |
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| Denomination | Church of England |
| Churchmanship | Broad Church |
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| Dedication | St John the Baptist |
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| Parish | Yaverland |
| Diocese | Portsmouth |
| Province | Canterbury |
St John the Baptist Church, Yaverland is a special old church found in Yaverland, a village on the Isle of Wight. It's part of the Church of England, which is the main Christian church in England.
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The Church's Long History
This church is very old! It was built a long, long time ago, way back in the 1100s. That makes it a medieval church, meaning it's from the Middle Ages.
Important People at the Church
Over the years, many people have served at St John the Baptist Church. One notable person was Legh Richmond, who was in charge of the church from 1798 to 1805. He was a well-known writer and priest.
How the Church Works Today
St John the Baptist Church in Yaverland is part of a group of churches that work together. This group also includes St Mary's Church, Brading. They share resources and support each other in their local communities.
The Church Organ
The church has a beautiful pipe organ that was built in 1889 by a company called William Hill. A pipe organ is a large musical instrument that makes sound by sending air through many pipes. You can find more details about this specific organ on the National Pipe Organ Register website.
Images for kids
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The East end of the church
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Inside the Sanctuary area
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The Stoup, a basin for holy water
