St Mary's Church, Tickhill facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Mary's Church, Tickhill |
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| OS grid reference | SK 59174 93086 |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| Churchmanship | Broad Church |
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| Dedication | St. Mary |
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| Tower height | 128 feet (39 m) |
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| Parish | Tickhill |
| Diocese | Sheffield |
| Province | York |
St Mary's Church is an old Church of England church in Tickhill, South Yorkshire, England. It is a Grade I listed building, which means it is very important historically.
The church was first built in the early 1100s. It was made using a local stone called Magnesian Limestone. Most of the church you see today was built in a style called Perpendicular. But you can still see parts from older styles like Norman, Early English, and Decorated. The tall tower at the west end of the church is about 128 feet high. St Mary's is still an active church today, part of the Diocese of Sheffield.
The Church Organ
The organ at St Mary's Church was first built in 1857 by Charles Brindley. He was a famous organ builder from Sheffield. This was one of his first organs.
The organ has been rebuilt and added to many times over the years. In 2007, a new part called the Pedal Double Trumpet 16' was added. In 2010, a protective cover was put over the organ.
The Church Bells
St Mary's Church has a set of bells, also known as a "peal." Bells have been part of the church for a very long time. They are used to call people to worship and to celebrate special events.
The bells have different sizes and weights. Some of the bells are very old, dating back to the 1700s. Others are newer, added in the late 1800s. Each bell has a unique sound and often has a special message or inscription on it. For example, one bell says, "My voice I'll raise, the Lord to praise." Another reminds people to "Always be joyful."
The largest bell is called the Tenor bell. It weighs about 13 hundredweight, which is over 700 kilograms! This bell is tuned to the note E♭ (E flat). There is also a smaller Service Bell, which was a gift to the church in 1727.
See also
- Grade I listed buildings in South Yorkshire
- Listed buildings in Tickhill
