Church of St John the Baptist, Anglican parish church in High Street, Windsor, England
Description
St John the Baptist Church is an Anglican parish church on the High Street in Windsor, built in Gothic Revival style. The building features large blocks of cut stone and cast-iron roof trusses, with a semi-circular apse added between 1869 and 1873.
History
After King Henry I moved the Royal Court to Windsor Castle around 1110, the church first appeared in records during King Henry II's reign in 1184. Since then, the building has been closely connected to Windsor's history and the royal family.
Culture
The church displays a significant 17th-century Last Supper painting that King George III gave in 1788, along with wood carvings by master craftsman Grinling Gibbons. These artworks shape the interior today and reflect the artistic tradition that has been maintained here.
Practical
The building can accommodate around 1,000 visitors and functions throughout the year as a venue for concerts, educational events, and community gatherings. Its central location on the High Street makes it easy to reach and convenient for exploring other parts of the town.
Did you know?
The Royal Pew contains elaborate carvings featuring pelicans feeding their young and was used by King George V and Queen Mary. These intricate carvings are a rare example of royal craftsmanship in an English parish church.
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