St Peter's Church, Netherseal facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Peter's Church, Netherseal |
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St Peter's Church, Netherseal
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| 52°42′46.8″N 1°34′26.1″W / 52.713000°N 1.573917°W | |
| Location | Netherseal |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | St Peter |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II* listed |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Netherseal |
| Deanery | Repton |
| Archdeaconry | Derby |
| Diocese | Diocese of Derby |
| Province | Province of Canterbury |
St Peter's Church in Netherseal, Derbyshire, is a very old and important church. It's part of the Church of England and is considered a special historical building. It has a "Grade II* listed" status, which means it's a really important building that needs to be protected.
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History of the Church
How Old is St Peter's Church?
This church is super old! It was first built way back in the 1200s. The tall tower you see today was added later, in the 1400s. Imagine all the history these walls have seen!
Big Changes in the 1800s
In 1874, the church got a big makeover. An architect named Arthur Blomfield led the project. During this time, the old wooden benches were taken out and replaced with new, open seating. Parts of the main hall's walls and pillars were kept, but most of the church was updated.
The old room where the priests changed (called the vestry) was removed. In its place, a new bell tower was built. A special area for the organ was also added on the north side of the main altar area.
Mr. Lilley, a builder from Ashby-de-la-Zouch, was the main contractor for this work. The whole project cost about £2,500 back then. That's a lot of money! The church was officially reopened on May 6, 1874, by the Bishop of Peterborough.
A Famous Resting Place
The churchyard, which is the graveyard next to the church, is the final resting place of Sir Nigel Gresley. He was a very famous engineer who designed amazing steam trains, like the Flying Scotsman!
Church Organ
The First Organ
When the church was rebuilt in 1874, a pipe organ was installed by a company called Forster and Andrews. Organs are big musical instruments that make sound using air blown through pipes.
A Newer Organ
This first organ was replaced in 1992. The new organ came from Warley Woods Methodist Church and was installed by W Hawkins. You can find out more details about this organ on the National Pipe Organ Register.
Churches in the Same Area
St Peter's Church is part of a group of churches in the local area. These churches work together in a joint parish. They include:
- St Mary's Church, Coton in the Elms
- St John the Baptist's Church, Croxall cum Oakley
- St Nicholas and the Blessed Virgin Mary's Church, Croxall cum Oakley
- All Saints' Church, Lullington
- St Mary's Church, Rosliston
- St Lawrence's Church, Walton-on-Trent
- St Matthew's Church, Overseal
More to Explore
- Grade II* listed buildings in South Derbyshire
- Listed buildings in Netherseal
