Church of St John the Baptist, Norman church building in Adel, Leeds, England
The Church of St John the Baptist features intricate stone carvings on its south doorway and Norman chancel arch from the 12th century.
Built between 1150 and 1170, the church retains its original two-cell structure without additions of later aisles or transepts from subsequent periods.
The chancel arch displays 37 carved beak heads and multiple representations of human heads, illustrating medieval religious art and symbolism.
Visitors can access the church on Saturdays and Mondays from 1:45 PM to 3:45 PM, with parking available on the street and within 250 meters.
The church contains a medieval octagonal stone font with an oak canopy designed by Eric Gill in 1921, depicting religious sacraments.
Location: Leeds
Inception: 1150
Website: http://adelstjohnchurch.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.85763,-1.58395
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:21
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