Nominal: 2028.5 Hz Diameter: 18" Bell 1 of 2
Founded by John Hodson 1664
Dove Bell ID: 52085 Tower ID: 19015 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Caterham: St Lawrence
Diocese of Southwark
Church, 637087
http://www.stmary-caterham.org.ukOverview
Grid reference: TQ 335 553
This church’s oldest feature is a remnant of a Norman window in the South wall of the nave, dated to c. 1095. It is thus among the oldest churches in Surrey and is Grade 1 listed. Originally a simple building of flint and Reigate stone it was expanded over the centuries, being a manor of Waltham Abbey. The church was originally dedicated to St. Leonard. Its most notable internal feature is the wall paintings of two angels above the chancel arch. The biggest change for Caterham was the coming of the railways in 1856. The population grew quickly and it was decided to build a new church, dedicated to St, Mary the Virgin. This church was consecrated in 1866. What to do with the old church was a difficult question. Today St. Lawrence’s is used for worship at least twice a month and for concerts and exhibitions. Its grounds are well maintained and are used by the parish, and contain the recently restored war memorial.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 205 m²
Interior
Bells
Nominal: 1817 Hz Diameter: 20" Bell 2 of 2
Founded by John Hodson 1664
Dove Bell ID: 52086 Tower ID: 19015 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: TQ 335 553
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.
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.
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