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St. James, Normanton

Norman & medievalFree admission

St. James, Normanton — Grade I listed church in Normanton on Soar, Nottinghamshire, England, UK.

St. James, Normanton, historic churches in Nottinghamshire

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Typical visit
30 min–1 h
Nearest railway station
Loughborough · 3.4 km
  • Free entry

About

St. James, Normanton is a historic church in the United Kingdom. Records date its origin to 1250. Heritage designation: Grade I listed building. Affiliated with Anglicanism. Wikidata describes it as: "Grade I listed church in Normanton on Soar, Nottinghamshire, England, UK". Coordinates: 52.8013°, -1.2320°.

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Heritage listing

The Church of St. James is a parish church in the village of Normanton on Soar, Nottinghamshire. The Church was designated as a Grade I listed building on 13 October 1966, for being "of exceptional interest".

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

From the Wikipedia article

The Church of St. James is a parish church in the village of Normanton on Soar, Nottinghamshire. The Church was designated as a Grade I listed building on 13 October 1966, for being "of exceptional interest".

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Background

Description

St. James' Church is a Grade I Listed medieval church built in the 13th century. The original section of the church represents an Early English style of architecture. In 1889 the church was restored using designs by Mr. Weatherley. The cost of the 1889 restoration totalled £2020. It is believed that the church was originally dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary; however, the church was later rededicated to St James.

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Coordinates
52.8013, -1.2320
County
Nottinghamshire
District
Rushcliffe
Parish
Normanton on Soar
Postcode
LE12 5BF
Parliamentary constituency
Rushcliffe
Established
1250
Nearest railway station
Loughborough3.4 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is St. James, Normanton?
St. James, Normanton is in Nottinghamshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LE12 5BF), in the parish of Normanton on Soar.
When was St. James, Normanton built?
Built or established in 1250.
Is St. James, Normanton a listed building?
St. James, Normanton is officially recognised as Grade I listed building listed.
Is St. James, Normanton free to visit?
Yes, St. James, Normanton is free to enter.
How do I get to St. James, Normanton?
The nearest railway station is Loughborough, about 3.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LE12 5BF.