St Wilfrid's Church, Screveton facts for kids
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St Wilfrid's Church, Screveton
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| 52°58′58.83″N 0°55′1.59″W / 52.9830083°N 0.9171083°W | |
| Location | Screveton |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | St Wilfrid |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade I listed |
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| Parish | Screveton |
| Deanery | East Bingham |
| Archdeaconry | Newark |
| Diocese | Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham |
St Wilfrid's Church, Screveton is an old and important church in Screveton, England. It is part of the Church of England. This church is so special that it is listed as a Grade I listed building. This means it is one of the most important historic buildings in the country.
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What is the History of St Wilfrid's Church?
The church building is very old. It was first built way back in the 13th century, which is over 700 years ago! The tall tower at the west end of the church was added later, in the 15th century. It was changed a bit more in the late 1500s.
Restoration Work on the Church
Over the years, parts of the church have been repaired and updated. The chancel, which is the area around the altar, was restored in 1881. A few years later, in 1884, the main part of the church, called the nave, was also restored. A new room called a vestry was built at that time too.
Interesting Tomb Inside the Church
Inside the church, you can find a special tomb made of alabaster. This tomb belongs to a person named Richard Whalley. It has carvings that show his three wives and his 24 children! It's a unique way to remember a large family from long ago.
Who Does St Wilfrid's Church Serve?
St Wilfrid's Church is part of a group of churches. It shares a parish with St Mary's Church, Car Colston. These two churches are also part of a bigger group called the Fosse group of churches.
Other Churches in the Fosse Group
The Fosse group includes several other churches nearby. These are St Peter's Church, East Bridgford, St Helen's Church, Kneeton, and the Church of St Augustine of Canterbury in Flintham. Sometimes, St Wilfrid's Church even holds services with the East Bridgford Methodist Church. This shows how different churches can work together.
Important Memorials at the Church
Many people who were important to the area are remembered with memorials inside St Wilfrid's Church. These memorials help us learn about the past.
Notable People Remembered
Here are some of the people honored with memorials:
- Richard Whalley, whose large tomb is in the Tower chamber.
- Walter Penistone Whalley, remembered with a memorial from 1680.
- Margaret Whalley, with a memorial from 1675.
- Admiral Evelyn Sutton, who passed away in 1817.
- Roosilia Sutton, remembered with a memorial from 1829.
See also
- Grade I listed buildings in Nottinghamshire
- Listed buildings in Screveton
