Diameter: 36.38" Bell 1 of 1
Founded by John Hoton
Dove Bell ID: 59285 Tower ID: 23085 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Rowley: St Peter
Overview
Grid reference: SE 976 326
The majority of the building was built in the 13th century and has been much altered over the centuries. Major repairs to the exterior walls, copings and buttresses were undertaken in 1985, finished in 1994. The church is or architectural interest due to its age and good maintenance.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 295 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
The majority of the building was built in the 13th century and has been much altered over the centuries.
Major repairs to the exterior walls, copings and buttresses were undertaken in 1985, finished in 1994.
Of historical interest is its link to Rowley, Massachusetts, USA. In 1638 the Rector, Rev. Ezekiel Rogers, was suspended because he was a Puritan. He sailed with about 30 families from Hull and founded a colony in the New World.
Exterior Description
Medieval tower as well as copings and buttresses (repaired in 1985).
Building Fabric and Features
Tower (component)
Medieval lower sections dated to 13th Century
Buttress
repaired in 1985
Interior
Interior Description
A 13th century stone font stands to the west of the main door, originally from St. Nicholas' church, Beverley, brought here in 1800. The lower stages of the tower date from the 13th century and have original lancet windows, one of which has been re-exposed. The single bell is medieval, The roof of the nave, aisles and chancel was restored in the 19th century.
The arch from the chancel into the Ellerker Chapel dates from 1730. The chapel records the history of the Ellerker family from 1401 to 1804.
A two-manual organ by W. Hill & Son, the organ chamber, the east window and the altar rails were given by Henry Blythe of Riplingham during the incumbency of Rev. Lionel Hildyard (1908-31). The pulpit and choir stalls are in memory of Rev. H. C. T. Hildyard (1852-1897). The nave was re-seated in 1925. A fine modern stained glass window of St. Peter was given in 1965.
Major repairs to the exterior walls, copings and buttresses were undertaken in 1985, finished in 1994. A number of windows have been reglazed and the lighting improved.
In 1994, brethren from USA gave a stained glass window to honour the memory of their founder, which can be found in the Ellerker Chapel.
Fixtures and fittings
Chancel
Font (object)
13th Century Originally from St. Nicholas' church, Beverley - brought to St. Peter in 1800
Tower (component)
13th Century Lower stages of tower date from 13th C and have original lancet windows
Lancet Window
13th Century Original to the medieval tower
Chapel (component)
1730 Arch provides dating at 18th C The subject of the chapel is the history of the Ellerker family from 1401-1804
Organ (object)
20th Century Given by Henry Blythe of Riplingham Two-manual organ by W. Hill & Son
Choir
Choir stalls in memory of Rev. H. C. T. Hildyard (1852-1897)
Stained Glass (window)
1965 of St. Peter
Stained Glass (window)
1994 Gifted by related congregation in USA to honour the memory of their founder Rev. Ezekiel Rogers The window is located in the Ellerker Chapel
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: SE 976 326
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/building is consecrated.
The churchyard has been used for burial.
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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