Southrop - St Peter´s Church

A church existed on the site in Anglo-Saxon times. St Peter´s Church built on the site of this older structure, dates from the 12th century.

The church is built of limestone rubble and has a stone slate roof. The masonry has herringbone work. The plan consists of a nave with a south transept, a porch to the north, and a chancel to the east. The north entrance is Norman-style.

The north and south nave walls each have a window dating from the 12th century, and a later two-light window from the 19th century. The nave also has a three-light Perpendicular style window with tracery.

The Rev. John Keble was vicar of St Peter's from 1823 to 1825. During his time at Southrop, he found a Norman-style circular baptismal font in the church wall. The font is dated about 1180. As it was obviously moved for safety and "hidden" in the wall, it is in perfect condition.

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