St Stephen's Church, Exeter, Devon UK
N 50° 43.448 W 003° 31.773
30U E 462621 N 5619281
An ancient church in the centre of Exeter.
Waymark Code: WM4E21
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 08/11/2008
Views: 30
St Stephens Church on the High Street in central Exeter, may have been built by a wealthy patron for the use of his family. The church was first mentioned in the 1086 Domesday book, although the crypt, unearthed in the 19th century is probably of Saxon origin.
The church has rather a mixed history in 1658 it was sold for £250 and used as a stable. Then 4 years later restored as a church at a cost of £500. It was then destroyed by fire. In 1664, the people of the parish rebuilt the church, financed by city merchant and alderman, George Potter.
The church survived the Exeter Blitz in 1942 accept for a fire in the tower which caused the bells to fall to the floor. Presently there is an appeal for funds to restore the interior of the church.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1086
Age of Church building determined by?: Church website
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 Stephen's Church
High Street
Exeter, Devon UK
EX1
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
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
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
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