St Paulinus' Church, New Ollerton, Grade II listed church in Ollerton, Nottinghamshire, UK
St Paulinus' Church is a Romanesque church building located in New Ollerton, part of Ollerton and Boughton in England. The structure features stone walls, small windows, a simple tower, and the characteristic rounded arches typical of that style, giving it a solid and enduring appearance.
The church was planned in the 1920s by the Butterley Company as a center for the mining community and was opened in 1932. It has served as a gathering place for residents ever since, shaped by local events including the miners' strike in the 1980s.
The church is named after Saint Paulinus and sits at the heart of the village as a symbol of its place in community life. It reflects the deep connection residents feel to the area's mining heritage, visible today through the miners' windows and the memorial book with their names displayed inside.
The church sits at the center of the village and is surrounded by a small courtyard with grass and flowers, making it easy to locate. The interior is plainly laid out with wooden benches and offers a quiet space for sitting or reflecting on your visit.
The church houses stained glass windows dedicated to miners and a memorial book listing all the miners from the community. These additions were created after the mines closed to honor those who worked underground and keep their memory alive in the building.
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