St Mary the Virgin's Church, Braddock facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Mary the Virgin’s Church, Braddock |
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St Mary the Virgin’s Church, Braddock
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 St Mary the Virgin’s Church, Braddock
Location in Cornwall
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| Location | Braddock, Cornwall |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | Saint Mary the Virgin |
| Specifications | |
| Spire height | 95 feet (29 m) |
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| Parish | Lanlivery |
| Deanery | Trigg Minor and Bodmin |
| Archdeaconry | Bodmin |
| Diocese | Truro |
| Province | Canterbury |
St Mary the Virgin’s Church in Braddock, also known as Bradoc, is a very old and important church in Cornwall, England. It's part of the Church of England and is considered a 'Grade I listed' building. This means it's a special historical site that needs to be protected.
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History of the Church
The main parts of St Mary the Virgin’s Church were built a long time ago, between the 13th and 15th centuries. That's over 500 years ago! The church has many interesting old features.
Ancient Features and Wood Carvings
One of the oldest parts is the font, which is where babies are baptized. It dates back to the Normans, who ruled England after 1066. The church is also famous for its beautiful wood carvings. You can see these carvings on the ends of the wooden benches where people sit.
There's also a part of the original rood screen, which was a decorative barrier that separated the main part of the church from the altar area. The ceilings, called wagon roofs, are also made of wood and shaped like the inside of a wagon. An old pulpit from the time of Queen Elizabeth I (the Elizabethan era) is still there. You can also find two carved wooden panels that might be from the 18th century.
Church Community
St Mary the Virgin’s Church is part of a group of churches that work together. This group is called a "joint benefice."
Churches in the Benefice
The churches that share a priest and work closely with St Mary the Virgin’s Church include:
- Boconnoc Church
- St Winnow’s Church, St Winnow
- St Cyricius and St Julietta's Church, St Veep
- St Brevita’s Church, Lanlivery
- St Nectan’s Chapel, St Winnow
- St Bartholomew's Church, Lostwithiel
Church Organ
The church has a pipe organ that was built in 1885. It was made by a company called Henry Jones of London. You can find detailed information about this organ in the National Pipe Organ Register, which keeps records of organs across the country.
Church Bells
The church tower holds a set of five bells. All these bells were made in the same year, 1845. They were cast by Charles and George Mears, who were famous bell makers at the time.
