St Peter's Church, Barton-upon-Humber
St Peter's Church, Barton-upon-Humber, Medieval church in Barton-upon-Humber, England.
The church structure combines a tall Anglo-Saxon tower with a medieval nave, featuring decorated stone walls and ornate pilaster strips.
Construction of the initial church began around 801 AD, with subsequent additions including a baptistery and extended aisles through the following centuries.
The excavation of 2,800 skeletal remains from the church grounds reveals extensive information about medieval diet, health, and burial customs.
The building functions as a museum operated by English Heritage, displaying archaeological findings and skeletal reconstructions for educational purposes.
The church tower represents one of the most complete examples of Anglo-Saxon architecture still standing in Britain, with its original three-story design.
Location: Barton
Inception: 9 century
Architectural style: Anglo-Saxon architecture
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/st-peters-church-barton-upon-humber
GPS coordinates: 53.68380,-0.43478
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:52
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