Church of St John the Baptist, Bagington

Image courtesy of Gary Stocker.

Image courtesy of Gary Stocker.

Description of this historic site

The Parish Church of St John the Baptist. It was built during the Medieval period. Rennovations were carried out during the 18th Century. The church is situated on Church Road, Bagington.

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Notes about this historic site

1 Chancel, nave, double N aisle, vestry, and bell-turret. Early 13th century, with a second N aisle added probably about mid 13th century. Other unusual features are the two sets of triple chancel arches and the bell-turret built on the E wall of the nave. Monument to Sir William Bagot (d1407) and wife in chancel. Bromley family vault in N aisle dated 1677. 18th century furnishings in chancel and nave. Recorded in the 12th century as a chapel of Stoneleigh, and became independent in the reign of John (1199-1216).
2 Plan of the church.
3 Drawing of c.1820.
6 Noted by Ordnance Survey.
7 Church leaflet.