St Mary the Virgin Church, Langley facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Mary the Virgin Church, Langley |
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 St Mary the Virgin Church, Langley
Location in Berkshire
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| 51°30′21″N 0°33′12″W / 51.505732°N 0.553447°W | |
| OS grid reference | TQ 00483 79533 |
| Location | Langley |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| Website | http://langleymarish.com/stmary/ |
| History | |
| Founded | c.1150 |
| Dedication | St Mary |
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| Functional status | Active |
| Heritage designation | Grade I |
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| Diocese | Oxford |
St Mary the Virgin Church is a special old church in the village of Langley, England. It is part of the Church of England. The church is named after St Mary the Virgin, who was the mother of Jesus. It is also part of the Diocese of Oxford. This church is very old, built around the year 1150. It is so important that it is a Grade I listed building. This means it is protected because of its history and beauty.
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History of St Mary's Church
How Old Is the Church?
St Mary the Virgin Church was built a very long time ago, around the year 1150. That means it is over 870 years old! Imagine all the history this building has seen. It has stood through many changes in England.
What Does 'Grade I Listed' Mean?
Being a Grade I listed building means that St Mary's Church is considered one of the most important historic buildings in England. It has special architectural or historical interest. This status helps protect the church, making sure it stays standing for many more years.
Special Features of the Church
The Kedermister Library
Inside the church, you will find the Kedermister Library. This library was a gift from a man named Sir John Kedermister. He was a very generous person. Sir John also helped build and support the almshouses in the village in 1617. Almshouses are special homes for people who need help.
Notable People Buried Here
The churchyard at St Mary's is the final resting place for some interesting people.
- Charles Morice (1775–1815) was a British Army officer. He was sadly killed during the famous Battle of Waterloo.
- Paul Nash (1889–1946) was a well-known British war artist. He created powerful paintings during both World War I and World War II.
Gallery
External links
- St Mary's Church website
