Английская Википедия:Church of St Rumwold, Bonnington
Шаблон:Use dmy dates Шаблон:Infobox church St Rumwold's Church is an active parish church in the parish of Bonnington, Kent, England. It is a Grade I listed building.
History
Bonnington is a small, scattered parish adjacent to Romney Marsh. In the Middle Ages the manor was owned by the Order of Knights of the Hospital of Saint John of Jerusalem.Шаблон:Sfn The church is dedicated to St Rumwold, an infant saint reputed to have lived for only three days.[1]Шаблон:Efn Historic England gives a foundation date for the present church as the 12th century.[2] It stands near to the Royal Military Canal which was built as a defensive line during the Napoleonic Wars.[3]
St Rumwold's remains an active parish church and regular, though infrequent, services are held.[4] In April 2023, the funeral of Paul O'Grady was held at the church.[5]
Architecture
The church dates from the 12th century and comprises a nave, chancel and a small turret. Built of Kentish ragstone, it is a Grade I listed building.[2]
Gallery
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St Rumwold's in fields
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The interior
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The font
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