Congerstone
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The Grade II* listed parish church of St Mary the Virgin dates back to 1179, although the current building is largely from the 16th century and was remodelled in the 19th century. [3] The patron of the church was formerly the Curzon family of Earl Howe who also helped fund the village school. [4] The church includes a monument by Sir George Frampton, dedicated to Georgiana, Countess Howe, first wife of Richard Curzon, 4th Earl Howe. [5]
The village has one school, Congerstone Primary School, on Shackerstone Road.
History
The village's name derives from the Old English cyning-tūn meaning 'farm/settlement of a king'.[6]
On 1 April 1935 the parish was abolished and merged with Shackerstone.[7]
References
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External links
- Congerstone village website, including a history of the church and village