Saint Michael in the Catholic Church him and the construction of Churches and monasteries at specific locations. Because most monastic islands lie close to land, they were viewed as forts holding demons at a distance against attacks on the Church. Monasteries such as Mont Saint-Michel off the coast of Normandy, France and Skellig Michael, off the coast of County Kerry, Ireland, dedicated to the Archangel are examples of these. Another notable structure is that of St Michael's Mount, located in Mounts Bay, near Penzance, Cornwall - a stunning island castle that resembles Mont Saint-Michel, and can only be reached on foot at low tide. St. Bernard
Church of St Michael and All Angels, Flax Bourton Church of St Michael and All Angels, Flax Bourton The Anglican Church of St. Michael and All Angels in Flax Bourton in the English county of Somerset was built in the 12th century. It has been designated as a Grade II* listed building. The original construction of the church was in the 12th century however it was altered several times between the late 13th and 15th centuries. Victorian restoration in the mid 19th century was carried out by John Norton. The parish is part of the benefice of Long Ashton with Barrow Gurney and Flax Bourton within the Diocese of