St Oswald's Church, East Stoke facts for kids
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St Oswald’s Church, East Stoke
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| 53°2′31.43″N 0°53′14.24″W / 53.0420639°N 0.8872889°W | |
| Location | East Stoke, Nottinghamshire |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
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| Dedication | St Oswald |
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| Heritage designation | Grade II* listed |
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| Parish | East Stoke |
| Deanery | Newark and Southwell |
| Archdeaconry | Newark |
| Diocese | Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham |
St Oswald's Church is a historic church located in East Stoke, Nottinghamshire, England. It is a Church of England parish church, meaning it serves the local community. The church is part of the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham.
This church is very special because it is a Grade II* listed building. This means it is an important historical building that needs to be protected. It stands right next to Stoke Hall, a grand old house.
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History of St Oswald's Church
St Oswald's Church is very old. It was first built sometime in the 13th or 14th century, which means between the years 1200 and 1300. Imagine how much history this building has seen!
In 1738, a large part of the church was rebuilt. This was done to update it or repair damage. Later, in 1873, more restoration work happened on the chancel. The chancel is the part of the church where the altar is located.
Most of the furniture you see inside the church today, like the pews (benches), was added in the 19th century (the 1800s).
What is a Grade II* Listed Building?
When a building is "listed," it means it's recognized for its special historical or architectural importance. There are different grades for listed buildings.
Grade II* Status
- Grade II* means the building is "particularly important." It has more than just local interest.
- These buildings are protected by law. This helps make sure they are kept safe for future generations to enjoy.
- St Oswald's Church is one of these special buildings in Nottinghamshire.
See Also
- Grade II* listed buildings in Nottinghamshire
- Listed buildings in East Stoke, Nottinghamshire
