All Hallows' Church, Ordsall, Medieval church in Ordsall, United Kingdom
All Hallows' Church is a medieval parish church in Ordsall featuring Early English style architecture with a north aisle arcade, sturdy pillars, and a tower rising prominently against the Nottinghamshire skyline. The building combines these structural elements into a cohesive design that reflects the period of its construction and later additions.
The church was founded around 1250, with the south aisle dating to this founding period and the tower added during the 1400s. Lightning struck the building in 1823, causing damage that led to later repairs and restoration work.
Inside the church stands a notable alabaster monument from 1603 showing Samuel Bevercotes, a former Lord of the Manor, dressed in Elizabethan clothing. This work reveals the artistic skill and social standing that wealthy families displayed during that period.
The church is accessible to visitors interested in medieval architecture and religious history. The interior is easy to navigate and explore at your own pace.
Inside the church stands a 1430 rood screen decorated with intricate fluting and fan-vaulting techniques that demonstrate exceptional medieval craftsmanship. This rare example showcases the technical mastery that skilled stonemasons and carvers possessed during this era.
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