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St Andrew's Church, Tarvin

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St Andrew's Church, Tarvin — Grade I listed church in Cheshire, England, UK.

St Andrew's Church, Tarvin, historic churches in North Wales

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
30 min–1 h
Nearest railway station
Mouldsworth · 4.3 km
  • Free entry

About

St Andrew's Church, Tarvin is a historic church in the United Kingdom. Records date its origin to 1350. Built in the English Gothic architecture style. Heritage designation: Grade I listed building. Affiliated with Anglicanism. Wikidata describes it as: "Grade I listed church in Cheshire, England, UK". Coordinates: 53.1974°, -2.7620°.

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Heritage listing

St Andrew's Church is in the village of Tarvin, Cheshire, England. The church is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building. It is an active Anglican parish church in the diocese of Chester, the archdeaconry of Chester and the deanery of Chester. Its benefice is united with that of St Peter, Duddon.

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

From the Wikipedia article

St Andrew's Church is in the village of Tarvin, Cheshire, England. The church is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building. It is an active Anglican parish church in the diocese of Chester, the archdeaconry of Chester and the deanery of Chester. Its benefice is united with that of St Peter, Duddon.

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Background

History

The original church on the site was built in the 12th century. It was remodelled in the 14th century and the south wall and south arcade date from this time. The remainder of the church was rebuilt in the 15th century and the chancel was restored in the 18th century. The tower was built in the 15th century and the north aisle was added after this. Further restorations took place in the 18th and 19th centuries, followed by one in 1908 by F. P. Oakley.

Architecture

The nave roof is arch-brace and hammerbeam in design and is dated 1650. It was covered in lath and plaster during the 18th century and its structure was brought to light again in the 1891 restoration. Over the south aisle is a single framed roof dating from 1380, which is the only one of its type in the county. The octagonal font dates from the 15th century. Most of the furniture and fittings were removed during restorations, but the two-tier brass candelabrum dating from the 18th century is still present. The parish registers begin in 1563 but are incomplete between 1682 and 1687.

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Coordinates
53.1974, -2.7620
Parish
Tarvin
Postcode
CH3 8EB
Parliamentary constituency
Chester South and Eddisbury
Established
1350
Nearest railway station
Mouldsworth4.3 km
Official site
tarvin.2day.ws

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Frequently asked questions

Where is St Andrew's Church, Tarvin?
St Andrew's Church, Tarvin is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CH3 8EB), in the parish of Tarvin.
When was St Andrew's Church, Tarvin built?
Built or established in 1350.
Is St Andrew's Church, Tarvin a listed building?
St Andrew's Church, Tarvin is officially recognised as Grade I listed building listed.
Is St Andrew's Church, Tarvin free to visit?
Yes, St Andrew's Church, Tarvin is free to enter.
How do I get to St Andrew's Church, Tarvin?
The nearest railway station is Mouldsworth, about 4.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CH3 8EB.