St Peter's Church, Laneham facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Peter's Church, Laneham |
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St Peter's Church, Laneham
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| 53°16′46.51″N 0°46′45.99″W / 53.2795861°N 0.7794417°W | |
| Location | Laneham |
| 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 | Laneham |
| Deanery | Bassetlaw and Bawtry |
| Archdeaconry | Newark |
| Diocese | Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham |
St Peter's Church, Laneham is a very old and important church. It is located in the village of Laneham, Nottinghamshire, England. This church is part of the Church of England. It is also a "Grade I listed" building. This means it is a very special historical place.
About St Peter's Church
A Look at Its Past
St Peter's Church has been built over many years. Different parts of the church were added in the 12th, 13th, 14th, and 15th centuries. This shows how it grew and changed over time. The church was repaired in 1891. Its porch, which is like a covered entrance, was fixed up in 1932.
The church is a main landmark in the area called Church Laneham. It stands on a small hill above the river.
Special Features
Inside the church, there is a large and fancy memorial. It is made from alabaster, which is a soft, white stone. This memorial honors Ellis Markham and his son Jervase. It was made in the year 1636.
See Also
- Grade I listed buildings in Nottinghamshire
- Listed buildings in Laneham
