St Mary's Church, Lifton, Devon UK
N 50° 38.563 W 004° 17.036
30U E 409218 N 5610881
An old church in a West Devon Village.
Waymark Code: WM3ZV5
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 06/13/2008
Views: 4
Lifton is situated in the valley of the River Lyd, near the border of Devon and Cornwall. Founded by Saxons in the 8thC and named after the river. The Church of St Mary’s was mostly built in 15th century with a ‘wagon’ style roof. It had been restored and repaired many times over the years.
This stone church stands in the centre of the village of Lifton and is situated 6 miles east from the nearest town of Launceston.
The parish records started in 1653.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1653
Age of Church building determined by?: Historical Society
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Church of England
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday
Street address of Church:
St. Mary’s Church
Lifton, Devon UK
PL15
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: Not Listed
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
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