St Peter's Church, Gamston facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Peter’s Church, Gamston |
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St Peter’s Church, Gamston
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| 53°16′35.81″N 0°56′19.13″W / 53.2766139°N 0.9386472°W | |
| Location | Gamston, Bassetlaw |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | St Peter |
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| Heritage designation | Grade I listed |
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| Parish | Eaton & Gamston |
| Deanery | Bassetlaw and Bawtry |
| Archdeaconry | Newark |
| Diocese | Southwell and Nottingham |
St Peter's Church, Gamston is a very old and important church located in the village of Gamston, Bassetlaw, England. It is part of the Church of England and is considered a special historical building. It is also a Grade I listed building, which means it is protected because of its historical importance.
A Look Back in Time
This church is really old! It was first built way back in the 1200s, which is the 13th century. Imagine how many people have visited it over hundreds of years!
In 1855, a famous architect named Sir George Gilbert Scott helped to restore the church. This means he worked to repair and improve it, making sure it stayed strong and beautiful for future generations.
St Peter's Church is part of a larger group of churches in the area. These churches work together to serve their communities.
The Church Organ
Inside the church, there is a large musical instrument called a pipe organ. It was put in place in 1964. This type of organ makes music using air blown through many pipes, creating a powerful and beautiful sound. You can find more details about this organ on the National Pipe Organ Register.
