Church of St John the Baptist, Burford, Medieval church in Burford, England.
Description
St. John the Baptist is a medieval church in Burford featuring a central tower, cruciform design, and a five-bay nave flanked by chapels on both sides. The structure displays characteristic features of its era with numerous architectural details that remain intact today.
History
The church was built around 1150 and developed over many centuries as a religious centre. During the English Civil War in 1649, it served briefly as a prison for members of the Levellers movement.
Culture
Inside, tomb chests and memorial stones fill the space, while stained glass windows by Charles Eamer Kempe add colour and light to the walls. These works show how artists and craftsmanship shaped the place over time.
Practical
The place is used regularly for worship services and welcomes visitors interested in the architecture and history. As a Grade I listed building, opening times vary, so checking ahead or visiting during services is advisable.
Did you know?
A memorial from 1569 features relief carvings of South American indigenous people, showing unexpected global connections of this English parish church. These images reveal early contact and exchange between distant cultures at a time when such connections were rare.
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