St Petroc's Parish Church, Medieval parish church in Bodmin, England
St Petroc's Church is the largest religious building in Cornwall, featuring a Norman tower that dominates the skyline and a structure built with gothic architectural style. The interior holds carved woodwork and religious furnishings that date across several medieval centuries.
The church was built between 1469 and 1472, replacing an earlier monastery founded by Saint Petroc in the 6th century. This rebuilding demonstrates how the site remained a center of faith over more than 1,400 years.
The church houses a 12th-century baptismal font and carved woodwork that reveal how medieval craftspeople expressed their skills and faith through their work. These pieces show how the local community has maintained continuity in worship and artistic tradition across many centuries.
The church is open to visitors during daylight hours and allows self-guided exploration at your own pace. Regular services are held, so plan your visit accordingly if you prefer to explore without active worship taking place.
The churchyard holds the remains of a chapel dedicated to Saint Thomas Becket from the 14th century. Close by sits an ancient well that still flows at the western edge of the grounds today.
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