Church of St Giles, Totternhoe
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| Church of St Giles, Totternhoe | |
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 Church of St Giles, Totternhoe | |
| 51°52′40″N 0°33′56″W / 51.877797°N 0.565588°W | |
| Location | Totternhoe, Bedfordshire |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| Website | TST Benefice |
| History | |
| Dedication | St Giles |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade I listed |
| Designated | 3 February 1967 |
| Style | Perpendicular Gothic |
| Administration | |
| Diocese | St Albans |
| Archdeaconry | Bedford |
| Deanery | Dunstable |
| Parish | Totternhoe |
The Church of St Giles is a Grade I listed Anglican church situated in the village of Totternhoe, Bedfordshire, England. Constructed primarily from locally sourced Totternhoe Stone, the church's architectural evolution spans from the 14th to the 16th century.[1] It is known for its distinctive flint flushwork decoration and striking 20th-century stained glass window designed by John Piper and crafted by Patrick Reyntiens.[2][3]
A place of worship has existed in Totternhoe since at least the 12th century. The present structure began with the construction of the chancel in the 14th century. The nave and aisles were added in the late 15th century, and the west tower was completed around 1550, funded by the will of William Ashwell, a local benefactor.[2]
The church underwent significant restoration in the 19th century, including the re-tiling of floors and repairs to the roofs and windows. The tower was also restored during this period.[2]
