Nominal: 683 Hz Weight: 1492 lbs Diameter: 44" Bell 1 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 4950 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Northampton: St Matthew
Diocese of Peterborough
Major Parish Church, 628119
http://www.stmatthews-northampton.org.ukOverview
Grid reference: SP 767 621
The creation of this outstanding late Victorian gothic church was made possible by its patron the local brewer Pickering Phipps, the local architect Matthew Henry Holding and its first incumbent The Rev. J. R. Hussey. It went up remarkably quickly between 1893-5 and with its fine tower topped by a steeple remains a significant land mark in this part of the town. Internally it was well furnished with an alabaster font and pulpit by Aumonier, a reredos by Nathaniel Hitch, an iron work screen by G.R.de Wilde, and stained glass by Clayton & Bell etc. Into this souring space, comparatively new, space were introduced by the vicar’s son and successor the Rev. Walter Hussey (later Dean of Chichester) to mid 20th century masterpieces. The earliest, 1944 is Henry Moore’s monumental Madonna and Child in the north transept. This faces, in the south transept, Graham Sutherland’s gritty Crucifixion of 1946. Patronage here has not died out. The statue of St Matthew by Ian Rank – Broadley was placed in the crossing in 2009.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Open on Saturday mornings but that said the key is obtainable from the Parish Office behind the church. Monday – Friday (but not Wednesday ) 9.30 -1pm and 1.30 -3pm. Wednesday 11.30 -3pm. office@stmatthews-northampton.org.uk 01604 791251 Toilets available Parking available
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 1127 m²
Interior
Fixtures and fittings
Clock
19th Century Clock with flat bed frame located in Tower made by William Potts & Sons from Leeds in 1897
Historical Notes
1897 - 1897
Period Qualifier: 2
Bells
Nominal: 1739 Hz Weight: 462 lbs Diameter: 24.75" Bell 2 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 48726 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1544.5 Hz Weight: 476 lbs Diameter: 25" Bell 3 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 48727 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1392 Hz Weight: 504 lbs Diameter: 25.81" Bell 4 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 48728 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1293.5 Hz Weight: 504 lbs Diameter: 26.88" Bell 5 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 48729 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1148.5 Hz Weight: 560 lbs Diameter: 28.94" Bell 6 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 48730 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1030.5 Hz Weight: 588 lbs Diameter: 30.5" Bell 7 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 48731 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 919.5 Hz Weight: 756 lbs Diameter: 33.25" Bell 8 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 48732 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 863 Hz Weight: 896 lbs Diameter: 35" Bell 9 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 48733 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 762.5 Hz Weight: 1120 lbs Diameter: 38.88" Bell 10 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 48734 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1229 Hz Weight: 532 lbs Diameter: 27.63" Bell 11 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 48735 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 971 Hz Weight: 644 lbs Diameter: 31.88" Bell 12 of 13
Founded by James Barwell 1897
Dove Bell ID: 48736 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Weight: 178 lbs Bell 13 of 13
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1893
Dove Bell ID: 48737 Tower ID: 17615 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SP 767 621
Burial and War Grave Information
It is unknown whether the building is consecrated.
It is unknown whether the churchyard has been used for burial.
It is unknown whether the churchyard is used for burial.
It is unknown whether the churchyard has war graves.
National Heritage record for England designations
There are no records of National Heritage assets within the curtilage of this site.
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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