St Mary's Church, Rosliston facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Mary’s Church, Rosliston |
|
|---|---|
St Mary’s Church, Rosliston
|
|
| 52°44′54.5″N 1°38′26.9″W / 52.748472°N 1.640806°W | |
| Location | Rosliston |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | St Mary |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II* listed |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Rosliston |
| Deanery | Repton |
| Archdeaconry | Derby |
| Diocese | Diocese of Derby |
| Province | Province of Canterbury |
St Mary's Church, Rosliston is an old and important church. It is located in Rosliston, Derbyshire, in England. This church belongs to the Church of England. It is also a Grade II* listed building. This means it is a very special historic building.
Contents
History of St Mary's Church
The church was first built a long time ago. It dates back to the 14th century. That means it is over 600 years old!
Changes Over Time
The church has been updated several times. In 1802, it had some restoration work. Later, in 1819, the main part of the church, called the nave, and the chancel were built. The chancel is the area near the altar.
Past Events at the Church
In the late 1800s, there were some disagreements involving the vicar, Revd. John Vallancy. In 1892, he had a dispute with some people from the church. He also had a disagreement about flowers on a grave. Later, in 1896, he was involved in another incident. Because of these events, the Bishop of Southwell decided to suspend him for 18 months. This meant he could not perform his duties as a vicar for that time.
Church Organ Details
St Mary's Church has an organ. You can find out more about this organ. Its full details are listed on the National Pipe Organ Register. This register keeps information about organs across the country.
Churches in the Parish
St Mary's Church is part of a larger group of churches. It shares a parish with several other churches. A parish is like a local church community.
- St Mary's Church, Coton in the Elms
- St John the Baptist's Church, Croxall cum Oakley
- St Nicholas and the Blessed Virgin Mary's Church, Croxall cum Oakley
- All Saints' Church, Lullington
- St Peter's Church, Netherseal
- St Lawrence's Church, Walton-on-Trent
- St Matthew's Church, Overseal
