Church of St John the Baptist, Penshurst, 13th-century parish church in Penshurst, England
The Church of St John the Baptist features coursed sandstone ashlar walls, a west tower, and multiple side chapels connected to the main structure.
The first priest, Wilhelmus, received his position from Archbishop Thomas Becket in 1170, just two days before Becket's assassination at Canterbury Cathedral.
The Sidney Chapel contains numerous family memorials and serves as the private worship space for the Sidney family, residents of Penshurst Place since 1552.
The church maintains active religious services and provides access to its architectural features, monuments, and the 1907 Walker organ with 33 speaking stops.
The church houses memorials to two Victoria Cross recipients, two Field Marshals, a Viceroy of India, and a Governor-General of Australia.
Location: Penshurst
Inception: 13 century
Website: https://penshurstchurch.org
GPS coordinates: 51.17360,0.18344
Latest update: March 8, 2025 13:46
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Chiddingstone Castle
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Swaylands
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The Picture House
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Church of St Luke
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