Nominal: 753 Hz Weight: 1120 lbs Diameter: 38.88" Bell 1 of 6
Founded by Abel Rudhall 1746
Dove Bell ID: 1916 Tower ID: 14495 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Cropthorne: St Michael
Diocese of Worcester
Church, 642076
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Grid reference: SP 0 451
The village is of ancient origin and was presented by Otta, King of Mercia to the Priory of Worcester in 786 AD. The Church of St, Michael was founded before the Norman Conquest, but the oldest part of the present building dates from 1100AD, being the base of the chancel arch. The chancel arch itself was inserted in 1170AD. The Priory continued to hold Cropthorne until 1539. Three years later the Crown, to whom the new estates had passed on the Dissolution of the Monasteries, granted them back to the newly constituted Cathedral of Worcester. The manor of Charlton was leased to the Dinely family, and two 17th century tombs along with a number of wall plaques in the church at Cropthorne commemorate powerful members of that family. In 1861, the commissioners sold Cropthorne to Francis Holland of Cropthorne Court Estate. Francis rebuilt the chancel around the turn of the century as part of a major restoration of the church. The East window jambs are from the 14th century, but the tracery is modern. An object of great interest is the pre-Norman stone cross-head resting on the plinth in the North Aisle and dated about 800 AD. It was found in the wall of the sanctuary in the 18th century, it is made of oolite and the age is decorated in Greek-fret. The surface design is of foliage and birds with parrot like beaks, and on the lower arm is a Griffin. The Lady Chapel has a plain stone slab altar with five consecration crosses, one corner of which has been repaired almost obliterating the cross. Part of the surface carries the remains of an indented design. but this is so faint as to be unidentifiable. It is supported on two pillars plus two projections.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Open daily from 9am until dusk
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 320 m²
Building Materials
Blue Lias
12th Century
Blue Lias
Interior
Fixtures and fittings
Clock
20th Century Clock with cast iron flat bed frame located in Tower made by JohnSmith & Sons from Derby
Historical Notes
1920 - 1920
Period Qualifier: 2
Bells
Nominal: 1274.5 Hz Weight: 504 lbs Diameter: 28.38" Bell 2 of 6
Founded by Abel Rudhall 1746
Dove Bell ID: 17622 Tower ID: 14495 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1145.5 Hz Weight: 532 lbs Diameter: 29.25" Bell 3 of 6
Founded by Henry I Bond 1898
Dove Bell ID: 17623 Tower ID: 14495 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1034.5 Hz Weight: 616 lbs Diameter: 31.75" Bell 4 of 6
Founded by William Clark 1703
Dove Bell ID: 17624 Tower ID: 14495 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 952 Hz Weight: 700 lbs Diameter: 32.88" Bell 5 of 6
Founded by Abel Rudhall 1750
Dove Bell ID: 17625 Tower ID: 14495 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 825 Hz Weight: 924 lbs Diameter: 35.25" Bell 6 of 6
Founded by Henry I Bond 1898
Dove Bell ID: 17626 Tower ID: 14495 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SP 0 451
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.
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.
Further information
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