Salisbury: St Francis
Diocese of Salisbury
Church, 634443
http://www.st-francischurch.org.ukOverview
Grid reference: SU 143 315
St Francis Church occupies a commanding position on the approach into Salisbury from the north, past Old Sarum. The church was built during World War II, to serve what was at the time a rapidly expanding area in the north of the City. It was designed by the architect Robert Potter; the construction is structurally concrete with brick cladding and infill, and the church has artificial stone surrounds to the doors and windows. It is Grade II listed.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 556 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
The church was built during World War II, to serve what was at the time a rapidly expanding area in the north of the City. It was designed by the architect Robert Potter.
Externally the appearance of the church had changed very little since it was built until 2017, when a single storey extension was built on the south side. The church was originally built with a flat roof, and like most flat roofs of this period it was prone to leaking. A low pitched roof was added over the original flat roof in the 1980s, but this did not altered the appearance of the church as it is hidden behind the parapet wall. This upper roof was originally drained by means of downpipes built into the structure of the building; unfortunately these were not accessible for maintenance, and have had to be replaced by external downpipes. This work was carried out in stages in the 1980s and 90s.
The low pitched roof from the 1980s was replaced by a modern roof of a similar overall shape in a contract that was completed in 2020. The only visible sign of the change is that handrails can now be seen around the roof.
Exterior Description
The construction is structurally concrete with brick cladding and infill, and the church has artificial stone surrounds to the doors and windows.
Externally the appearance of the church had changed very little since it was built until 2017, when a single storey extension was built on the south side. The church was originally built with a flat roof, and like most flat roofs of this period it was prone to leaking.
The low pitched roof from the 1980s was replaced by a modern roof of a similar overall shape in a contract that was completed in 2020. The only visible sign of the change is that handrails can now be seen around the roof.
Churchyard
Grid reference: SU 143 315
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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