Nominal: 556.5 Hz Weight: 2515 lbs Diameter: 53" Bell 1 of 8
Founded by Thomas I Mears 1791
Dove Bell ID: 5630 Tower ID: 13589 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: multiple Cracked: No
Romsey: St Mary & St Ethelflaeda
Diocese of Winchester
Major Parish Church, 641296
http://www.romseyabbey.org.uk/Overview
Grid reference: SU 350 212
Romsey Abbey church is one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in southern England, and is a member of the Greater Churches Network Dedicated to St Mary and St Ethelflæda, an Abbess of Romsey at the time of the first millennium, it was a nunnery until the Reformation, and its Abbesses included members of the royal family. The large Grade 1 listed church stands within a large open churchyard, and is the focal point of this attractive small town, which also boasts the Medieval St Johns Hall, as well as attractions related to the Mountbatten family. The church is particularly famous for its two Saxon Roods (carved stone depictions of the Crucifixion), one presently outside the church and the other at the east end. The church is open during the day, and the town has many catering outlets.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Open everyday, free of charge. Guided tours on request. Disabled access. For further information see http://www.romseyabbey.org.uk/visit/
Building
Building Materials
Limestone
12th Century
Limestone
Interior
Fixtures and fittings
Clock
made by JohnSmith & Sons from Derby
Bells
Nominal: 1116.5 Hz Weight: 715 lbs Diameter: 32" Bell 2 of 8
Founded by Thomas I Mears 1791
Dove Bell ID: 36762 Tower ID: 13589 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: eighth Cracked: No
Nominal: 1044.5 Hz Weight: 721 lbs Diameter: 32.5" Bell 3 of 8
Founded by Thomas I Mears 1791
Dove Bell ID: 36763 Tower ID: 13589 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: undeterminable Cracked: No
Nominal: 930.5 Hz Weight: 936 lbs Diameter: 35" Bell 4 of 8
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1932
Dove Bell ID: 36764 Tower ID: 13589 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: multiple Cracked: No
Nominal: 833.5 Hz Weight: 998 lbs Diameter: 37.5" Bell 5 of 8
Founded by Thomas I Mears 1791
Dove Bell ID: 36765 Tower ID: 13589 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: eighth Cracked: No
Nominal: 743.5 Hz Weight: 1341 lbs Diameter: 41" Bell 6 of 8
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1932
Dove Bell ID: 36766 Tower ID: 13589 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: eighth Cracked: No
Nominal: 696.5 Hz Weight: 1356 lbs Diameter: 43" Bell 7 of 8
Founded by Thomas I Mears 1791
Dove Bell ID: 36767 Tower ID: 13589 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: undeterminable Cracked: No
Nominal: 622 Hz Weight: 1980 lbs Diameter: 47" Bell 8 of 8
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1932
Dove Bell ID: 36768 Tower ID: 13589 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: multiple Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SU 350 212
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.
Further information
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