Set high on a hill in a remote position, the site of St John's church Boldre is thought to have been a place of worship for more than 4,000 years. Construction of the church as it is seen today is considered to have commenced in 1079 on the orders of William I.

Jon

September 15, 2020

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Beautiful old church in Boldre.

JakobusPilger

May 1, 2025

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With the patronage of "Saint John the Baptist," a saint considered a forerunner of Jesus Christ was chosen for this church and its congregation. In Christian theology, he is the …

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