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The Church of Saint-Martin de Cocquerel is a parish church located in the village of Cocquerel, in the Somme department, in the Hauts-de-France region. Built in the 16th century, it illustrates the late Gothic style, with an elevated choir and a 17th century bell tower. Its high altar, dating from the 17th century, and its carved blocks depicting saints and historical figures such as Charlemagne bear witness to its rich artistic heritage.

Ranked a historical monument by decree of 10 September 1913, the church also houses remarkable elements such as a sundial engraved in 1726 on its southern facade, as well as traces of three other dials. Inside, the vaulted nave of structure and the organ of rostrum, built by Charles Gadault around 1850, add to his heritage interest. The southern facade also retains remains of sundials painted or engraved, partially erased by later modifications.

The building, owned by the commune, reflects local religious and architectural history. Its bell tower, surmounted by a stone arrow, and its carved details, like those of Saint Adrien or Saint Sebastian, underline its central role in the community life of Cocquerel. The modifications and additions, such as the opening pierced on the sundial of 1726, also reveal the church's adaptations over the centuries.

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