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St. Leonard's Church, Bridgnorth
Seemingly Medieval, it is in fact almost entirely a Victorian restoration. This is because disaster struck during the Civil War when St Leonard’s was used by Cromwell’s troops as an ammunition store. A cannon shot caused it to explode, and fire swept through the town. The church was repaired, and in the 17th-century, the magnificent nave roof was installed.
Most of the current church dates from the 19th century building campaign under the Revd George Bellett, whose monument is in the church.
St. Leonard's Church, Bridgnorth
Seemingly Medieval, it is in fact almost entirely a Victorian restoration. This is because disaster struck during the Civil War when St Leonard’s was used by Cromwell’s troops as an ammunition store. A cannon shot caused it to explode, and fire swept through the town. The church was repaired, and in the 17th-century, the magnificent nave roof was installed.
Most of the current church dates from the 19th century building campaign under the Revd George Bellett, whose monument is in the church.