Stisted facts for kids
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| Population | 662 (2011 Census) |
| OS grid reference | TL802247 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | BRAINTREE |
| Postcode district | CM77 |
| Dialling code | 01376 |
| Police | Essex |
| Fire | Essex |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Stisted is a small village and civil parish in Essex, England. It is located near the town of Braintree. Stisted is also a Church of England parish, meaning it has its own church and religious community. A famous person, Andrew Motion, who used to be the official Poet Laureate for the UK, grew up here.
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A Look into Stisted's Past
Stisted has a long and interesting history. Over the centuries, many different people and groups have been connected to this village.
Important People in Stisted's History
Several notable figures have lived or worked in Stisted. Their contributions helped shape the village.
Early Church Leaders in Stisted
In 1627, a man named Samuel Stone served as a curate (a type of assistant minister) in Stisted. He later became famous for helping to found the city of Hartford, Connecticut, in America.
Another important person was Charles Forster. He was the grandfather of the well-known writer E. M. Forster. Charles Forster was the minister (called a beneficiary) of Stisted. Records show that in 1844, the church tower was rebuilt. At the same time, the roof of the chancel (the part of the church near the altar) was repaired and improved by Rev. Charles Forster himself.
Who Owned the Land in Stisted?
For a long time, the land in Stisted was part of a manor. This means it was a large estate owned by a lord or institution.
The Manor's Journey Through Time
Before a big change in the church called the Reformation, the manor of Stisted belonged to the monks of Canterbury Cathedral. In 1549, it was sold to Thomas Wiseman. His family then sold it to William Lingwood in 1685. After William Lingwood passed away, his wife left the manor to John Savill in 1719. The manor then passed through his family, eventually going to his niece. She married Rev. Charles Onley, and their family line included Onley Savill-Onley.
Stisted's Church and Its Connections
The church in Stisted had a special status for many years. It was known as a peculiar.
Changes in Church Authority
Until 1845, the Stisted parish was a "peculiar." This meant it was directly under the Dean of Bocking, who reported to the Archbishop of Canterbury. It was not under the local bishop like most other churches. However, in 1845, Stisted came under the authority of Middlesex. Later, in 1895, it became part of the 'see' (the area a bishop is responsible for) of Chelmsford.
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All Saints' Church, Stisted
