St Bridget's - Bell Tower - St Brides Major, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales.
N 51° 27.798 W 003° 35.594
30U E 458789 N 5701514
The Parish Church of St Bridget, Is a Norman period Church rebuilt in the 14th Century. The Bell tower contains a ring of six bells. Located on a hillside overlooking the village of St Brides Major, Vale of Glamorgan. South Wales.
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Location: South Wales, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 01/17/2014
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St Bridget's Church Tower rises above the small village of St Brides. The Tower now has a peal six bells, that were recast in 1939, from the original five bells dated 1851.
The earliest reference to the church of St Bridget was in 1141 AD.
The only remaining remnant of this Norman church is the Chancel Arch.
The church as we see it today dates mostly from the 14th Century.
It is said that the Bell Tower was built in the 15 Century.
Five bells were given by Caroline Countess of Dunraven in 1851, in memory of her parents. The church clock, which is maintained by the Community Council, was given by parishioners and friends in memory of those who fell in the Great War and a dedication service was held on Sunday, 9th November, 1919. A re-dedication service was held on Saturday, 18th November, 1939 following restoration work that included: new lead roof; new floors; re-casting of the five bells into six with new and up-to-date fittings; and renovation of the church clock; at a total cost of £800." Text Source: (
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"The Norman origins of St Bridget’s Church are seen in the round-headed chancel arch. The church was rebuilt in the 14th century and heavily restored in 1851. Of particular interest are the monuments in the chancel to the Butler and Wyndham families. A 13th century incised slab shows Sir John le Botiler in full armour; a 16th century tomb-chest of John and Jane Butler has the couple lying recumbent, he in armour, with their children as ‘weepers’ shown on the side." Text Source: (
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"The earliest reference occurs during the first half of the twelfth century, when it is recorded that ‘In the year 1141 Maurice de Londonia gave to the church of St. Peter of Gloucester, the church of St. Michael of Ewenny, the church of St. Bridget (St. Brides Major) with the chapel of Ugemore (Wick), de Lanfey Lampha the church of St. Michael of Colvestone (Colwinstone), with all the lands, meadows and all other things belonging" Text Source: (
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