Church Of St John The Baptist |
| Hob Uid: 368674 | |
Location :
Hertfordshire
North Hertfordshire
Royston
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| Grid Ref : TL3576140675 |
| Summary : Originally church of Augustinian Priory, founded second half 12th century, converted to parish church after the Dissolution. 13th century nave and aisles, 16th century west tower, 19th century chancel and east end of south aisle. Nave re-roofed early 16th century. 15th century carved stone figures of St Thomas Becket and Madonna and Child. Richly carved 15th century wood pulpit and lectern. 18th century and 19th century wall monuments, including carved monument 1732 and monument of 1834 with marble open book. Medieval octagonal font, with dummy arcades, in north aisle. |
More information : (TL 35764068) St. John the Baptist's Church
(C of E) (NAT)
Church of Saint John the Baptist, Grade A. Originally the church
of the Augustinian Priory, founded about 1163 (see TL 34 SE 22),
converted to the parish church after the Dissolution. The nave and
aisles are 13th century, the west tower 16th century and the
chancel is 19th century.
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