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 | |
| OS grid reference | SK 81482 76570 |
| 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 located in Laneham, Nottinghamshire, England. It belongs to the Church of England. This church is so special that it has a 'Grade I listed' status. This means it's considered a building of great historical and architectural importance.
A Look at History
St Peter's Church has been around for a very long time! Different parts of the church were built in the 1100s, 1200s, 1300s, and 1400s. Imagine how many generations have worshipped here!
Restorations and Renovations
The church has been carefully looked after over the years. It was restored in 1891 to keep it in good condition. Later, in 1932, the porch, which is the entrance area, was renovated.
Location and Special Features
The church is a central part of the village area known as Church Laneham. It stands on a small hill, or "knoll," above the river. Inside, you can find a large and detailed memorial made of alabaster. This memorial honors Ellis Markham and his son Jervase, and it dates all the way back to 1636.
See also
- Grade I listed buildings in Nottinghamshire
- Listed buildings in Laneham
