St Oswald's Church, Castle Bolton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Oswald's Church, Castle Bolton |
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St Oswald's Church, Castle Bolton
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| 54°19′18.38″N 1°57′2.77″W / 54.3217722°N 1.9507694°W | |
| OS grid reference | SE 03364 91875 |
| Location | Castle Bolton |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | St Oswald |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II* listed |
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| Parish | Castle Bolton |
| Deanery | Wensley |
| Archdeaconry | Richmond and Craven |
| Diocese | Leeds |
| Province | York |
St Oswald's Church in Castle Bolton, North Yorkshire, is a special old building. It is a Church of England parish church. Being a "parish church" means it serves the local community. It is also a "Grade II* listed" building. This means it is very important and protected because of its history and architecture.
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A Glimpse into the Past
How Old is St Oswald's Church?
This church has been around for a very long time! It was first built in the 14th century. That means it dates back to the 1300s. Imagine all the history it has seen!
Changes Over the Years
Like many old buildings, St Oswald's Church has been changed and fixed up over time. Around 1770, the south aisle was rebuilt. An "aisle" is a walkway in a church. Then, in 1853, the whole church was "restored." This means it was repaired and brought back to good condition.
The Metcalfe Family Connection
The church is also known as the burial place for the Metcalfe family. This family was important in the local area for many years. Their history is part of the church's story.
Working Together: The Joint Parish
What is a Joint Parish?
St Oswald's Church is part of a "joint parish." This means it works together with several other churches in the area. They share resources and often a priest. It helps the churches support each other and their communities.
Churches in the Joint Parish
St Oswald's Church is connected to these other churches and mission rooms:
- Thornton Rust Mission Room
- St Andrew's Church, Aysgarth
- St Mary's Church, Redmire
- Holy Trinity Church, Wensley
- St Margaret's Church, Preston-under-Scar
- St Bartholomew's Church, West Witton
More to Explore
If you are interested in other historic churches, you might like to look at:
- Grade II* listed churches in North Yorkshire (district)
- Listed buildings in Castle Bolton with East and West Bolton
