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St Peter's Church, Rodmell
St Peters Church Rodmell - geograph.org.uk - 92724.jpg
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OS grid reference TQ 42169 06268
Location Rodmell, Lewes
Country England
Denomination Anglican
History
Status Parish church
Dedication Saint Peter
Consecrated 12th century
Architecture
Functional status Active
Heritage designation Grade I
Architectural type Church
Style Norman
Specifications
Materials Stone, slate roofs
Administration
Parish Rodmell
Deanery Lewes and Seaford
Diocese Chichester

St Peter's Church is a very old and special church in Rodmell, a village in East Sussex, England. It was built way back in the 1100s, which makes it over 800 years old! This church is considered a Grade I listed building, meaning it's super important and protected because of its history and unique design. It's one of the earliest examples of Norman architecture still standing in England.

Discovering Norman Architecture

What is Norman Style?

Norman architecture is a type of building style that was popular in England after the Normans arrived in 1066. It uses thick walls, round arches, and strong, simple shapes. St Peter's Church is a great example of this style. You can see its strong stone walls and rounded doorways.

Why is St Peter's Church Special?

St Peter's Church is special because it has kept many of its original Norman features. This helps us understand how churches looked hundreds of years ago. It's like a living history book! The church is still an active place of worship today.

Exploring the Church Grounds

The Graveyard and Surroundings

Around the church, you'll find a peaceful graveyard. Old gravestones tell stories of people who lived in Rodmell long ago. The church is dedicated to Saint Peter, one of Jesus's first followers.

Gallery

  • Rodmell Church 6

    The main entrance, built in the Norman style.

  • Stained glass window, St Peter's church, Rodmell, E.Sussex (17124363907)

    A beautiful stained glass window showing John the Baptist, made by James Powell and Sons.

  • Stained glass window, St Peter's church, Rodmell, E.Sussex (17145563359)

    Another stained glass window in the church porch, showing St Francis.

  • St Peter, Rodmell Church - geograph.org.uk - 69055

    The peaceful graveyard at St Peter's Church.

  • Fragment of medieval glass, St Peter, Rodmell

    A small piece of very old, medieval glass found inside the church.

  • St Peter, Rodmell, pews - geograph.org.uk - 2887233

    Inside the church, showing the nave and one aisle where people sit.

External links

  • Rodmell Parochial Church Council
  • Sussex Parish Churches - St Peter, Rodmell
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