This church contains elements from different periods. Although it dates back to the 15th century, the church was started in the 11th century and also features 12th and 13th-century work. The tower was added in the mid-15th century (taking three years to complete), and the aisles were added in 1504.
It underwent a restoration in the last quarter of the 19th century. It is designated as a Grade I listed building.

JakobusPilger

July 15, 2024

Almost nothing reliable is known about the life of Saint GEORGE, to whom the church of Dunster was dedicated, but the veneration of him goes back a long way to early Christianity. A martyr who is equated with George is said to have lived in the third century.
The legend of Saint George as a dragon slayer is well known and widespread, however, and he is usually depicted - in paintings or as a statue - as the conqueror of the monster, often as a knight on horseback.
The memorial day of the very popular George in the calendar of saints is celebrated on April 23rd in both the Roman Catholic and Anglican churches. Among other things, he is the patron saint of the English kingdom, and some of the orders and decorations awarded there also bear his name.

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