St Peter's Church, Shorwell facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St. Peter's Church, Shorwell |
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| Denomination | Church of England |
| Churchmanship | Broad Church |
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| Dedication | St. Peter |
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| Parish | Shorwell |
| Diocese | Portsmouth |
| Province | Canterbury |
St. Peter's Church, Shorwell is a historic church located in the village of Shorwell on the Isle of Wight. It is part of the Church of England, which is the main Christian church in England. This church has been an important part of the community for many centuries.
A Look at the Church's History
This church is very old, dating back to the Middle Ages. This means it was built hundreds of years ago, long before modern times!
Inside the Church: Art and Monuments
When you go inside St. Peter's Church, you can see some interesting old artworks.
- There is a famous painting from the 1400s (the 15th century) that shows St. Christopher. He is known for carrying the Christ Child across a river.
- You can also find a painting of a man named John Leigh with his two wives and all 15 of his children. Imagine having that many brothers and sisters!
- The church also has a special stone monument made of alabaster. It shows John Leigh praying. Next to him is his great-grandson, Barnabas, who sadly passed away when he was very young in 1629. They share a tomb, and there's a poem carved into it that talks about them being together in their final resting place.
The Church Organ
St. Peter's Church has a musical instrument called an organ. This organ has two "manuals," which are like keyboards for playing music. It was built in 1890 by a person named Henry Jones. The church got this organ from another church nearby, St. Andrew's Church, Chale. If you are interested in organs, you can find more details about this one on the National Pipe Organ Register website.
