Weight: 756 lbs Bell 1 of 1
Founded by Abel Rudhall 1744
Dove Bell ID: 58488 Tower ID: 22619 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Over Wyresdale: Christ Church
Diocese of Blackburn
Church, 603250
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Grid reference: SD 551 544
Christ Church, Over Wyresdale is set in the upper Wyre valley, on a hill overlooking the reservoir. There has almost certainly been a Church on the present site since the fourteenth century or earlier, and it appears that there has always been a chaplain in charge of Over Wyresdale since about 1370. The church today dates mainly from the mid-19th century with substantial additions in 1894, and was re-roofed in the 1950's.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 260 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
There has almost certainly been a Church on the present site since the fourteenth century or earlier, and it appears that there has always been a chaplain in charge of Over Wyresdale since about 1370, for John O’Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster, arranged for the Duchy to provide an annual stipend of £4 for the chaplain. This amount is still received from the Duchy of Lancaster by the Vicars of Over Wyresdale.
The Church was completely rebuilt in 1733. Late in the nineteenth century (c. 1880) the estate on which the Church stands was bought by the fourth Earl of Sefton and he was responsible for much improvement. In 1894 a new chancel was built and a vestry added. The space under the tower was opened out as a baptistery with a new font, a low spire was added to the tower, and the eighteenth century bell was re-hung. Three beautiful stained glass windows were installed and a new organ was provided. A porch was built at the main door and the Church was furnished with new oaken pews for the choir and congregation. A lych gate was provided at the north east entrance to the churchyard. The outside arches of the two south-facing doors my date earlier than 1733.
Interior
Interior Description
Inside the Church, the pulpit is dated 1684, though it is doubtful if the whole of the pulpit is that old. Standing to the left of the arch at the west end of the Church is what appears to be an older font/stoup. The beautiful reredos was given by the Countess of Sefton in 1931.
Early in the 1950s the Church roof had to be renewed as the old beams had become unsafe. At the same time, a new lighting system was installed and the organ was completely overhauled. The incumbent at the time was the Rev. Clifford A. Parkinson and a plaque commemorates the great effort of priest and parishioners in completing this work.
The stained glass windows date from the late 19th and early 20th centuries and commemorate the Earl of Sefton’s family. They represent shepherd scenes from the Bible, with the Old Testament on the north side and the New Testament on the south. The superb east window shows the Good Shepherd. Several of the memorial windows were inserted after the work of restoration was completed.
The two-manual organ was provided by the Earl of Sefton at the 1894 restoration.
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: SD 551 544
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.
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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.
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