Nominal: 839.5 Hz Weight: 1008 lbs Diameter: 38" Bell 1 of 6
Founded by Edward Arnold 1774
Dove Bell ID: 3629 Tower ID: 10674 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Kelmarsh: St Denys
Diocese of Peterborough
Church, 628056
This church is on the Heritage at Risk Register (verified 2025-11-06)
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Overview
Grid reference: SP 735 792
The medieval church here was re built in 1874 for Richard Naylor to designs by J.K. Colling which resulted in the most lavish 19th century church interiors in Northamptonshire. The architect deployed pink Aberdeen granite, alabaster, antique marbles said to have come from Rome, Cosmati ceramic floors, ceramic panels and much carving especially of plants resulting in a very rich effect. Also from this period are the altar frontal and rug by Morris and Co, and the stained glass by a variety of makers including Lavers, Barraud & Westlake and W.M. Pepper.Theres is also a later window in the south aisle, 1947 by Hugh Easton. Earlier monuments survive including those to the Hanbury family from the 17th and 19th century. The largest though is to Richard Naylor himself, again in pink granite very noticeable when you walk up to the church porch. Both the Hanburys and the Naylors lived at nearby Kelmarsh Hall
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Church open to visitors. Keys available. Ring one of the following numbers 01604 686676; 07802624883; 01604 186474( Stephen de Crespigny) Car park adjacent but often locked when a service is not taking place.
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 285 m²
Interior
Bells
Nominal: 1388 Hz Weight: 532 lbs Diameter: 28.38" Bell 2 of 6
Founded by Edward Arnold 1774
Dove Bell ID: 26453 Tower ID: 10674 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1254.5 Hz Weight: 560 lbs Diameter: 29.5" Bell 3 of 6
Founded by Edward Arnold 1774
Dove Bell ID: 26454 Tower ID: 10674 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1102 Hz Weight: 616 lbs Diameter: 30.75" Bell 4 of 6
Founded by Edward Arnold 1774
Dove Bell ID: 26455 Tower ID: 10674 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1055 Hz Weight: 728 lbs Diameter: 32" Bell 5 of 6
Founded by Edward Arnold 1774
Dove Bell ID: 26456 Tower ID: 10674 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 936 Hz Weight: 812 lbs Diameter: 34" Bell 6 of 6
Founded by Edward Arnold 1774
Dove Bell ID: 26457 Tower ID: 10674 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SP 735 792
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/building is consecrated.
The churchyard has been used for burial.
The churchyard is used for burial.
The churchyard has war graves.
Environment
Ancient, Veteran & Notable Trees
Caring for God's Acre is a conservation charity working to support groups and individuals to investigate, care for, and enjoy the wildlife and heritage treasures found within churchyards and other burial grounds. Look on their website for information and advice and please contact their staff directly. They can help you manage this churchyard for people and wildlife.
To learn more about all the species recorded against this church, go to the Burial Ground Portal within the NBN Atlas. You can check the spread of records through the years, discovering what has been recorded and when, plus what discoveries might remain to be uncovered.
There are no records of Ancient, Veteran or Notable Trees within the curtilage of this site.
Renewables
| Renewable | Installed |
|---|---|
| Solar PV Panels | No |
| Solar Thermal Panels | No |
| Biomass | No |
| Wind Turbine | No |
| Air Source Heat Pump | No |
| Ground Source Heat Pump | No |
| Ev Charging | No |
Species summary
There are no records of species within the curtilage of this site.
Caring for God's Acre is a conservation charity working to support groups and individuals to investigate, care for, and enjoy the wildlife and heritage treasures found within churchyards and other burial grounds. Look on their website for information and advice and please contact their staff directly. They can help you manage this churchyard for people and wildlife.
To learn more about all the species recorded against this church, go to the Burial Ground Portal within the NBN Atlas. You can check the spread of records through the years, discovering what has been recorded and when, plus what discoveries might remain to be uncovered.
'Seek advice' Species
More information on species and action to be taken upon discovery.
Caring for God's Acre is a conservation charity working to support groups and individuals to investigate, care for, and enjoy the wildlife and heritage treasures found within churchyards and other burial grounds. Look on their website for information and advice and please contact their staff directly. They can help you manage this churchyard for people and wildlife.
To learn more about all the species recorded against this church, go to the Burial Ground Portal within the NBN Atlas. You can check the spread of records through the years, discovering what has been recorded and when, plus what discoveries might remain to be uncovered.
Further information
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