St Nicholas' Church, Codsall facts for kids
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St Nicholas’ Church, Codsall
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| 52°38′5.11″N 2°11′57.96″W / 52.6347528°N 2.1994333°W | |
| Location | Codsall |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | St. Nicholas |
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| Heritage designation | Grade II* listed |
| Architect(s) | Edward Banks |
| Groundbreaking | 1846 (rebuild) |
| Completed | 1848 |
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| Parish | Codsall |
| Deanery | Penkridge |
| Archdeaconry | Lichfield |
| Diocese | Diocese of Lichfield |
St Nicholas’ Church, Codsall is an old and important church in Codsall, Staffordshire, England. It is a parish church for the local area and belongs to the Church of England. This church is so special that it is a Grade II* listed building. This means it is a very important historical building that needs to be protected.
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History of the Church
St Nicholas' Church has parts that are very old. The main entrance, called the doorway, was built in the Norman style. This means it dates back to the time of the Normans, who came to England in 1066.
How the Church Was Built
The tall tower at the west end of the church was built in the 14th century. This means it was constructed in the 1300s. Most of the rest of the church was built much later. It was rebuilt between 1846 and 1848. An architect named Edward Banks designed these newer parts.
The church has a large main area called a nave. It also has aisles, which are like side sections. There is a porch at the south entrance and a vestry on the north side. A vestry is a room where the clergy (church leaders) get ready.
Inside the Church
St Nicholas' Church has some interesting features inside.
The Church Organ
The church has a special musical instrument called a pipe organ. This organ was first built by Reginald Fisk from Wolverhampton. Later, in 1974, it was rebuilt by a company called Hawkins. Pipe organs are very large and make music using air blown through many pipes.
Special Memorials
Inside the church, you can find memorials. These are special plaques or structures that remember people who have passed away. One of these memorials is for Walter Wrottesley, who died in 1630.
See Also
- Grade II* listed buildings in South Staffordshire
- Listed buildings in Codsall
