Church of St Peter is a

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church in

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, England. It became a listed building on 23 January 1961.

History

St Peter's has Norman origins, its history can be traced back to the 11th century. Its construction was originally of a more simplistic nature, consisting of only a

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and a wooden porch. After changes in the 14th and 17th centuries, the building also exhibits both north and south

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s, a tower and a stained-glass window dedicated to

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. The church also features the 'Inglis Chapel', deriving its namesake from the

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; Hugh Inglis (a former

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of Milton Bryan) made significant repairs and additions to the building during the 1800s and selected Robert Smirke as the architect.

Activity

The church maintains regular services, including

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, alongside community events such as

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s and 'Café Church' where refreshments are provided for an optional

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Activity

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