St Peter's Church, Headon-cum-Upton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St. Peter's Church, Headon-cum-Upton |
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| Denomination | Church of England |
| Churchmanship | Broad Church |
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| Dedication | St. Peter |
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| Parish | Headon cum Upton |
| Deanery | Bassetlaw & Bawtry |
| Diocese | Southwell and Nottingham |
| Province | York |
St. Peter's Church, Headon-cum-Upton is an old and important church in the village of Headon, England. It belongs to the Church of England. This church is a very special building. It has a "Grade I listed" status. This means it is considered to be of outstanding historical or architectural importance.
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A Look Back in Time: Church History
St. Peter's Church has a long and interesting past. It was first built a very long time ago, in the Middle Ages. The earliest parts of the church date back to the 12th century. That's over 800 years ago!
Much of what you see today was built later, in the 14th century. This means the church has seen many changes over hundreds of years. Imagine all the history within its walls!
What Does "Grade I Listed" Mean?
When a building like St. Peter's Church is "Grade I listed," it means it's one of the most important historic buildings in England. The government department in charge of culture and sport gives out these special listings.
Buildings get this status because they are very old, have unique designs, or played a big part in history. Being Grade I listed helps protect the church. It makes sure it stays safe for future generations to enjoy and learn from.
Part of a Church Family
St. Peter's Church is not alone. It is part of a group of churches that work together. This group is called a "benefice" or "group of parishes."
Working together helps the churches share resources and support each other. The other churches in this group include:
- St. Nicholas' Church, Askham
- St. Helen's Church, Grove
- Church of St. John the Baptist, East Markham
- St. Peter's Church, Headon-cum-Upton
Want to Learn More?
- Grade I listed buildings in Nottinghamshire
- Listed buildings in Headon cum Upton
