Kirk Merrington, St. John's; remains of Norman church. (Kirk Merrington)

This is the site of the medieval church of St Johnżs. It was originally built in the 11th or early 12th century. William Cumyn fortified it in 1143-4, when the chancel was probably destroyed. The church was dismantled and rebuilt in 1850, though the Norman arches were built into the 19th century fabric.

Reference number: D1335
Historical period: Medieval (1066 to 1540)

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Source of Reference
Local History of Kirk Merrington
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