Church of St Thomas

Newport, United Kingdom

The Church of St Thomas is the parish church of the village of Redwick,. A medieval church, Perpendicular in style, and with elements dating from the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, possibly with twelfth century origins.

The church has an unusual plan, with a central tower standing between the chancel and the nave. In common with many churches on The Gwent Levels, the church suffered during the Great Flood of 1606/7 and a mark on the wall of the porch records the height reached by the water during the flood.

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Founded: 14th century
Category: Religious sites in United Kingdom

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Robert Chivers (4 years ago)
Start point of the Redwick 5 mile circular walk, taking in the channel sea wall & countryside ramble. ???
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