Nominal: 809 Hz Weight: 1112 lbs Diameter: 39" Bell 1 of 8
Founded by William Blews & Sons 1870
Dove Bell ID: 5593 Tower ID: 16188 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Ripponden: St Bartholomew
Diocese of Leeds
Church, 646499
http://www.stbartschurchripponden.co.ukOverview
Grid reference: SE 41 197
Although several churches have existed on the site the present church was built in 1868. It was designed and built in the Gothic style by Messrs George Shaw of Saddleworth.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 556 m²
Interior
Interior Description
Inside the church is a painting of a previous church on the site. Screen and hymnbook case beside this painting were given in 1972 in memory of a young congregant. The font was given by the family of a former churchwarden and bears the inscription: he took children in his arms and blessed them.
The font cover is in oak with a mouse made by Robert Thompson of Kilburn. It was didicated in 1981 in memory of a server. The Paschal candle stands nearby. The churchwardens' stalls and staffs were given in memory of John Priestly and the matching desk in memory of Harold Bottomley. Dedicated in 1972.
The west window was installed in 1954 and depicts the worship of the Kings at Epiphany, the Entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday and the Ascension of our Lord.
The north aisle windows:The first two Hewitt windows show the Resurrection of Christ. The second depicts the apostles Philip, Bartholomew and Andrew. These windows are in memory of George and Agnes Hewitt. The Carter window shows the child Jesus in the Temple and is a memorial to W.E. Carter who died in 1901. The Dove window, is in the theme of Good Shepherd and is in memory of William Dove.
The nave and choir stalls: The nave and choir stalls were re-ordered in 1971 and 2000 when the platform was built to provide a central area for worship and, with the altar removed, a concert stage. The altar was previously in the Lady Chapel and has a frontal cloth given by Jean Warner in memory of her husband.
Above the altar the chancel arch has the words: All thy works praise thee, O Lord, and thy saints give thanks unto thee (Psalm 145)
The choir stalls are made from oak salvatged from the third church. The pulpit and lectern were made in 1808 and are in the carved and perforated style to match the Gothic architecture.
The high altar: The high altar was given in 1868 when the new church was built by Frederick Rawson in memory of his daughter. The screen behind the altar depicts the four Gospel writers. The wooden candlesticks were presented to the church by Samuel Doubtfire (a former vicar).
The processional cross is in memory of Harold Marshall who died in 1950. The organ was built by Binn, Fitton and Haley of Leeds and installed in 1937.
The lady chapel: the chapel is in memory of Ezekiel Smith who was vicar from 1924-1935 and is now reserved for private prayer.
The windows in the south aisle: the window in the south transept shows scenes from the life of Bartholomew the patron saint of the church. The medieval window contains fragments of 15th Century glass taken from the first church. The Gledhill window, showing the Holy family, was erected in memory of Rev'd Joseph Gledhill.
The Rawson window in memory of Frederick Rawson, who was churchwarden when the present church was built, illustrates the 'Comfortable Words'.
The painting on the wall is a cpy of Raphael's Madonna and Child.
The bells: In the bell tower there is a peal of 8 bells. The 1st, 4th and 5th are from the third church and 2nd, 6th and 8th were installed in 1870. Bellringers from all over Yorkshire visit Ripponden to ring these bells.
Monuments: The church walls are heavily applied with wall monuments, filling nearly every available wall space. The monuments are of varying size and shape formed in various materials.
Pews: The pews are dark stained of simple design and are manufactured in pine. They are of minor significance.
Bells
Nominal: 1619 Hz Weight: 460 lbs Diameter: 25.38" Bell 2 of 8
Founded by William Blews & Sons 1870
Dove Bell ID: 36567 Tower ID: 16188 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1528 Hz Weight: 460 lbs Diameter: 26.13" Bell 3 of 8
Founded by William Blews & Sons 1870
Dove Bell ID: 36568 Tower ID: 16188 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1362 Hz Weight: 490 lbs Diameter: 27.25" Bell 4 of 8
Founded by William Blews & Sons 1870
Dove Bell ID: 36569 Tower ID: 16188 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1208 Hz Weight: 522 lbs Diameter: 29" Bell 5 of 8
Founded by William Blews & Sons 1870
Dove Bell ID: 36570 Tower ID: 16188 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1081 Hz Weight: 645 lbs Diameter: 31.38" Bell 6 of 8
Founded by William Blews & Sons 1870
Dove Bell ID: 36571 Tower ID: 16188 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1020 Hz Weight: 746 lbs Diameter: 33" Bell 7 of 8
Founded by William Blews & Sons 1870
Dove Bell ID: 36572 Tower ID: 16188 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 909 Hz Weight: 914 lbs Diameter: 36" Bell 8 of 8
Founded by William Blews & Sons 1870
Dove Bell ID: 36573 Tower ID: 16188 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SE 41 197
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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