The Church of St. Nicholas & St Faith, Saltash in Cornwall
N 50° 24.492 W 004° 12.557
30U E 414071 N 5584716
The Church of St Nicholas & St Faith is situated next to the Guildhall at the top of the hill from the town's waterside. There are good views across the River Tamar towards Plymouth.
Waymark Code: WM4YX4
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 10/15/2008
Views: 6
The church of St Nicholas and St Faith is unique in England that from the 17th century until 1924 it was owned by the Corporation of Saltash. It is thought that the church was originally built and dedicated in the 12th century as a chapel of Ease. The church did not become a parish church in its own right until 1881. Much of the Norman works remain including the tower and some buttresses. The church was future enhanced with additions in the 14th and 15th century. During the 16th century the south chapel was demolish to make way for the Borough School. A short spire was added to the tower at the same time. The church fell into disrepair in the 19th century. It was during this period that the spire was removed. Much fine restoration was under taken by the Victorians. The church received further attention in 1931, when amongst other things, a Norman window was discovered in the North Chancel. The church was damaged during WWII when a ammunitions boat exploded on the nearby river.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1225
Age of Church building determined by?: Other reliable source
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Church of England
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: From: 9:00 AM To: 5:00 PM
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 10:00 AM
Street address of Church:
Church of St Nicholas and St Faith,
Station Road,
Saltash, Cornwall United Kingdom
PL12 6AN
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
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