St Mary's Church, Limington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of Saint Mary |
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| Location | Limington, Somerset, England |
| Built | 14th century |
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Listed Building – Grade I
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| Designated | 19 April 1961 |
| Reference no. | 262636 |
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The Church of Saint Mary is an old and beautiful church located in Limington, Somerset, England. It was mostly built in the late 1300s, but some parts are even older! This church is very special and has been named a Grade I listed building. This means it's a really important historical site that needs to be protected.
A Look Inside the Church
The Church of Saint Mary has a long history. Some parts, like pieces of the north door and tower, are from the Norman period. This means they are very old, possibly from the 11th or 12th century! Most of the church you see today was built in the 14th century. For example, the north chapel was finished in 1328.
The church is made from local stone. It also uses special Hamstone for its decorations. The church tower has six bells. The oldest bell is from the 1400s, which is over 500 years old!
Inside Features
When you go inside the church, you can see many old items. The pulpit and the altar table are from the 1600s. There is also an eight-sided font from the 1500s. A font is a basin used for baptisms.
You can also find several old statues inside. One is of Sir Richard Gyvernay. He built the chantry chapel and passed away in 1329. Below his statue is a smaller female figure. There is also a double monument of a man and a woman. People believe these are Henry and Matilda Power, and their statues are from the 1340s.
Famous Connections
The Church of Saint Mary has a connection to a very famous person in history: Thomas Wolsey. He was the church's rector, which is like its main priest, from 1500 to 1509. After his time in Limington, Thomas Wolsey became a powerful cardinal in the Roman Catholic Church. He was a very important figure in England's history.
The Church Today
Today, the Church of Saint Mary is an active Anglican parish. It is part of a group of churches that includes Ilchester with Northover, Limington, Yeovilton, and Podimore. These churches are all part of the archdeaconry of Wells.
See also
- List of Grade I listed buildings in South Somerset
- List of towers in Somerset
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
