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 | |
| OS grid reference | SK 70874 76022 |
| Location | Gamston, Bassetlaw |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
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| 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 in Gamston, Bassetlaw is a very old and special church located in the village of Gamston, England. It is part of the Church of England. This church is so important that it has a "Grade I listed" status. This means it is considered a building of exceptional historical and architectural interest.
History of St Peter's Church
The church was first built a long, long time ago, in the 13th century. That's over 700 years ago! Over the centuries, it has seen many changes. In 1855, a famous architect named Sir George Gilbert Scott helped restore the church. He made sure it stayed in good condition.
For many years, St Peter's Church served the local community. However, in 2015, the church officially closed its doors. In 2018, it became part of the Churches Conservation Trust. This trust helps to protect and care for historic churches that are no longer used for regular worship.
The Church Organ
Inside St Peter's Church, there is a special musical instrument called a pipe organ. This organ has two manuals, which are like keyboards for organs. It was installed in the church in 1964. You can find more details about this specific organ on the National Pipe Organ Register.
