St Swithun's Church, East Retford, Medieval church in East Retford, England.
St Swithun's Church is a medieval building in East Retford featuring a cross-shaped layout with a central tower and corner pinnacles. The structure displays perpendicular architecture and contains ten bells housed within its crenellated tower.
The church was founded in 1258 and suffered major damage in 1650 when its central tower and chancel collapsed during a severe storm. The reconstruction that followed shaped the building as it appears now.
The church has served as a gathering place for the community of East Retford for centuries and remains central to the town's identity. Its position within the town and architecture reflect how it has always been woven into local life.
The church is accessible with level entry and provides parking for visitors who wish to explore inside. Refreshments are available during opening times, making a comfortable visit possible.
A stone figure of a bishop sits above the southern door, brought here from a Portuguese monastery in 1895. This curious addition raises questions about why this piece was moved and what connection it represents between the two places.
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