St Gorans Church |
| Hob Uid: 429911 | |
Location :
Cornwall
St. Goran
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| Grid Ref : SW9995142304 |
| Summary : The church of St Goran is mentioned as holding land in 1083 which is evidence for its monastic character in Celtic times. St Goran was a contemporary of St Petrock in the 6th century. The monastery appears to have been extant in 1083. In 1269 the church and its lands were given to the new college of Glasney (SW73SE5). The present building is an original Norman cruciform church enlarged in the 15th century. There is a late 15th century square tower. Some remains of the Norman church are incorporated in the 15th century nave and chancel; the north doorway and south transept are 13th century. Restored 1876-80. |
More information : (SW 99954230) St Goran's Church (NAT) (1)
The church of St Goran is mentioned as holding land in 1083
which is evidence for its monastic character in Celtic times.
In 1269 the church and its lands were given to the new college of
Glasney (SW 73 SE 5).
The present building is an origianl Norman cruciform church
enlarged in the 15th century. There is a late 15th century
square tower. Some remains of the Norman church are incorporated
in the 15th century nave and chancel; the north doorway and
south transept are 13th century. (2-4)
The church is of 12th century origins and was enlarged during the 13th and 14th centuries, with 15th century additions, including the tower. The tower was restored in 1876. (5)
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