The church Micro series is intended to bring Geocachers to various churches all over the UK (and beyond).
Some of these churches provide the backdrop of our communities history. Please take some time to either read the cache page or visit the church.
Due to the nature of these locations you may encounter some local activity, and I have either tried to ensure that there is safe parking or that the cache is placed out of view wherever possible, so please don't expect a clear run at busy times.
St Lawrence Church, Sedgebrook
This Church Micro was originally listed by Roger Rabbit, the cache location has been moved, therefore previous finders can claim this one again.
The church is situated in the centre of the village, adjacent to the Manor. It is a Grade 1 Listed church dedicated to St. Lawrence.
Although its roots are in the 12th century, with nearby Newbo Abbey, its costruction was carried out between then and the 15th century, most of which is evident in the building seen today. It retains its Norman heritage both in the columns and arches of the north arcade and also the font, but the remainder is 15th century gothic.
Constructed from Golden Ironstone, mined locally at Denton, with Ancaster stone dressings, it is probably the largest of the 4 churches in the Saxonwell Group of Parishes, seating in excess of 150 people.
It has some fine architectural features notably woodwork of the 17th century pulpit, the rood screen and a mid 19th century organ.
It also has an illustrious history in the character of Sir John Markham, ‘The Upright Judge', who as Chief Justice of the King's Bench challenged the authority of Edward IV, by proclaiming that the King had no power over the judiciary, thereby confirming the role of the monarch as constitutional. He was removed from office and retired to Sedgebrook, living the remainder of his life in a loft above the Chantry chapel.
If anybody would like to expand to this series please do, I would just ask that you could let Sadexploration know first so he can keep track of the Church numbers and names to avoid duplication
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