Listed Building record MDO31801 - Parish church, Frome Vauchurch
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Summary
The parish church of Frome Vauchurch has a 12th century core, but was much rebuilt in the 17th century when the south porch was added. It was restored in 1879 when the nave was reseated with benches and the roof was replaced. The church was dedicated to St Francis in 1988. A vestry was added to the north side of the chancel in the early C21.
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Full Description
Parish Church of unknown dedication. C12th cove, much rebuilt in C17th. Restored in 1879. Nave and chancel, late C12th tympanum over the nave North doorway. <1-2>
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1> SDO97 Monograph: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments England. 1952. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume I (West). 118.
- <2> SWX1290 Monograph: Newman, J, and Pevsner, N. 1972. The Buildings of England: Dorset. 214.
- <3> SWX1197 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1:2500 scale. 1:2500. 1989.
- <4> SDO15024 Unpublished document: Brebner, P. 2003. St Francis, Frome Vauchurch, Maiden Newton, Dorset. Historic Building Survey.
- <5> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 884298.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 59950 97211 (17m by 13m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY59NE |
| Civil Parish | Frome Vauchurch; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 048 001
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 59 NE 51
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 884298
- Royal Commission Inventory Reference: Frome Vauchurch 1
Record last edited
Oct 30 2023 12:10PM