Church of St Mary, Laverton
The Anglican Church of St Mary in Laverton, Lullington, Somerset, England was built in the 11th century. It is a Grade II* listed building.[1]
| Church of St Mary | |
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| Location | Laverton, Lullington, Somerset, England |
| Coordinates | 51.2757°N 2.3194°W |
| Built | 11th century |
Listed Building – Grade II* | |
| Official name: Church of St Mary | |
| Designated | 11 March 1968[1] |
| Reference no. | 1366309 |
  Location of Church of St Mary in Somerset | |
History
The church was built in the 11th century and was restored in the 15th and 19th centuries.[1] Parts of the Norman architecture which still survive include the entrance arch and pillars.[2]
The parish is part of the Hardington Vale benefice within the Diocese of Bath and Wells.[3][4]
Architecture
The stone building has a slate and tile roof. It consists of a nave and chancel each of one bay. The west tower is supported by diagonal buttresses.[1] The tower used to house three bells however only one remains.[2]
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References
- "Church of St. Mary". National Heritage List for England. Historic England. Retrieved 16 December 2017.
- "History". Hardington Vale. Retrieved 16 December 2017.
- "Blessed Virgin Mary". A Church Near You. Church of England. Retrieved 16 December 2017.
- "Laverton - St Marys". Hardington Vlae. Retrieved 16 December 2017.
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