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Cathedrals · South West England

Church of Saint Winwaloe, Gunwalloe

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Church of Saint Winwaloe, Gunwalloe is a cathedral in the United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Best time of year
Year-round
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Church of Saint Winwaloe, Gunwalloe is a cathedral in england south west, United Kingdom — the principal church of its diocese, dating from 1450. Cathedrals are seats of bishops in the Church of England, the Roman Catholic Church, and other Christian denominations across Britain.

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From the Wikipedia article

The Church of Saint Winwaloe is the Grade I listed parish church of Gunwalloe in Cornwall, England.

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Background

History

The church is in the Church of England Diocese of Truro and is dedicated to Saint Winwaloe. It is likely to have been standing since at least the 15th century due to its characteristic three hall church design, although some parts can be dated back to the 13th century, and one of the fonts is believed to be Norman. The church was used to film a wedding scene in The Lady of Pendower in 1934.

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Coordinates
50.0390, -5.2690
District
Cornwall
Parish
Gunwalloe
Postcode
TR12 7QE
Parliamentary constituency
St Ives
Established
1450

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Church of Saint Winwaloe, Gunwalloe?
Church of Saint Winwaloe, Gunwalloe is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TR12 7QE), in the parish of Gunwalloe.
When was Church of Saint Winwaloe, Gunwalloe built?
Built or established in 1450.
How do I get to Church of Saint Winwaloe, Gunwalloe?
Drivers can navigate to postcode TR12 7QE. It sits within the St Ives parliamentary constituency.