St Luke's Church, Upper Broughton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Luke's Church, Upper Broughton |
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St Luke's Church, Upper Broughton
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| 52°49′46.34″N 0°59′13.12″W / 52.8295389°N 0.9869778°W | |
| OS grid reference | SK 68342 26238 |
| Location | Upper Broughton |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
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| Dedication | St Luke |
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| Heritage designation | Grade I listed |
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| Parish | Upper Broughton |
| Deanery | East Bingham |
| Archdeaconry | Nottingham |
| Diocese | Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham |
St Luke's Church is a beautiful old church located in Upper Broughton, a village in England. It is part of the Church of England. This church is very special because it is a Grade I listed building. This means it is considered one of the most important historical buildings in the country.
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History of St Luke's Church
Building and Restoration
St Luke's Church was first built a very long time ago, in the 12th century. That's over 800 years ago! Imagine all the history it has seen. The church was later repaired and updated in 1855. A famous architect named S. S. Teulon led this restoration work.
Church Connections
This church is part of a group of churches that work together. It shares a "joint parish" with two other churches. Interestingly, all three churches are named after the same saint, St Luke.
Inside the Church
Memorials and Memories
Like many old churches, St Luke's has special memorials inside. These are like plaques or monuments that remember people who lived long ago. For example, there are memorials for John Brett from 1788 and his wife Elizabeth from 1823. These memorials help us remember the people who were part of the church's past.
The Church Organ
The church also has an organ. Organs are large musical instruments often found in churches. They make a powerful sound. You can find more details about this specific organ on the National Pipe Organ Register.
See also
- Grade I listed buildings in Nottinghamshire
- Listed buildings in Upper Broughton
