St Nicholas' Church, Brockley facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Nicholas' Church |
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| Location | Brockley, Somerset, England |
| Built | 12th century |
| Architectural style(s) | Norman |
| Governing body | Churches Conservation Trust |
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Listed Building – Grade II*
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| Official name: St. Nicholas' Church | |
| Designated | 11 October 1961 |
| Reference no. | 1137608 |
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St Nicholas' Church in Brockley, Somerset, England, is a very old building. It was built way back in the 12th century, which is over 800 years ago! Today, it's recognized as a special historic building, called a Grade II* listed building. This means it's really important and needs to be protected.
The church is now looked after by the Churches Conservation Trust. This group helps to save old churches that are no longer used for regular services. St Nicholas' Church became part of their care on April 1, 1989.
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Discovering St Nicholas' Church
St Nicholas' Church is a fascinating place with a long history. It shows off a style of building called Norman architecture. This style was popular in England after the Normans arrived in 1066.
Key Features of the Church
The church has some cool features that have been added over time.
The Tower
The church tower was built in the 15th century. It has pointy decorations on top called pinnacles. Imagine tiny spires reaching up to the sky!
Inside the Church
Inside, you'll find a special bowl used for baptisms, called a font. This font is also from the Norman period, making it very old. There's also a stone pulpit from around 1480. A pulpit is a raised stand where a speaker gives a sermon.
You can also see a Royal Coat of Arms inside. This is a special symbol of the King or Queen. The one in St Nicholas' Church was made in 1842 by an artist named William Edkins.
Renovations Over Time
The church has been updated many times. In the 1820s, a family called the Pigotts did a lot of work to fix up and improve the whole church.
Modern Use of the Church
Even though it's an old building, St Nicholas' Church is still used today. It's often a place for local art events. Regular church services are usually held only twice a year. However, if someone wants to get married there, they can ask for special permission.
See also
- List of churches preserved by the Churches Conservation Trust in Southwest England
- List of ecclesiastical parishes in the Diocese of Bath and Wells
Images for kids
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St Nicholas' Church in Brockley, Somerset.
