Church of St Lawrence, Alton, Norman parish church in Alton, England.
The Church of St Lawrence stands with a prominent tower and spire, featuring Norman architectural elements throughout its stone structure and arched entrances.
Founded around 1070, the church played a central role during the English Civil War in 1643, with bullet holes still visible in its walls.
The interior displays French craftsmen's animal carvings atop pillars, along with a Jacobean pulpit representing different periods of religious artistry.
Located on Church Street in Alton, Hampshire, the church maintains regular worship services and welcomes visitors interested in architectural heritage.
The church contains a baptismal font carved from a single block of stone, dating back to Anglo-Saxon times around AD 500.
Location: Alton
Inception: 11 century
Architectural style: Norman architecture
Website: http://potr-alton.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.15118,-0.97624
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:07
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