St George's, Bourton
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St George's, Bourton
Image: © Neil Owen Taken: 6 Mar 2020
Bourton's relatively recent past centred around flax production from the late 1700s. In order to cater for the increasing population's spiritual needs, land was bought for the village by John Jeans the Publican of the Red Lion for a sum of £5. Appropriately enough, the foundation stone of the new church was laid on 23rd April, 1810 - St George's Day - and finally consecrated in 1813. By 1870, the structure was becoming a little run down, so work was arranged to improve and renovate much of the fabric inside and out. A school was also included in the designs. The tower was increased in height in 1905.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.071556
Longitude
-2.332219