Axbridge - Church of St John the Baptist
The organ was built by W G Vowles of Bristol in 1884 with tonal modifications by Percy Daniel & Co 1971.
Building began in the early 1400s, though the church was apparently built on the remains of an earlier foundation (the earliest recorded Rector's name dates from 1264). It is strikingly placed on a small hill, dominating the town square, which itself still keeps its medieval shape. The entrance up the church steps is narrow, so that the full beauty of the building is only gradually revealed as you approach. The church is built of limestone and decorated with Doulting stone, the steps are an interesting example of Dolomitic Conglomerate (pudding stone). The pierced parapets are an attractive feature. The crossing tower is over 100 feet high, and holds six bells. The statue on the east side is that of St John the Baptist. On the west side is a king - perhaps Henry VII, which would place it after 1485.
Axbridge - Church of St John the Baptist
The organ was built by W G Vowles of Bristol in 1884 with tonal modifications by Percy Daniel & Co 1971.
Building began in the early 1400s, though the church was apparently built on the remains of an earlier foundation (the earliest recorded Rector's name dates from 1264). It is strikingly placed on a small hill, dominating the town square, which itself still keeps its medieval shape. The entrance up the church steps is narrow, so that the full beauty of the building is only gradually revealed as you approach. The church is built of limestone and decorated with Doulting stone, the steps are an interesting example of Dolomitic Conglomerate (pudding stone). The pierced parapets are an attractive feature. The crossing tower is over 100 feet high, and holds six bells. The statue on the east side is that of St John the Baptist. On the west side is a king - perhaps Henry VII, which would place it after 1485.