St Saviour's Church, Foremark, Grade I listed building in Derbyshire, UK
St Saviour's Church in Foremark is a stone church building in Derbyshire that dates mainly from the 1600s but includes sections from the 1200s, showing architectural changes over centuries. The interior features wooden pews, a three-level pulpit, a simple layout with a small wooden screen dividing the spaces, and a notable Norman arch entrance made of stone.
Built in 1662 by local nobleman Sir Francis Burdett, the church was designed as a gathering place for worship. A wooden memorial lectern added in 1920 honors those from Foremark who died in the First World War.
The church serves as a gathering place for the local community, hosting regular services and prayer meetings that bring villagers together for moments of reflection and connection. Its role in marking important life events like baptisms and weddings shows how deeply it is woven into village life.
The church sits on level ground and is accessible for most visitors, with nearby accessible toilets and on-street parking available. Since there are no regular opening times, check ahead before planning a visit or look for special events taking place.
The church bears Maltese Crosses carved into its structure, marking its connection to the Knights Hospitallers, a medieval military order. This unusual architectural detail ties the building to regional history and the presence of this knightly order in the area.
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