Diameter: 18.5" Bell 1 of 1
Dove Bell ID: 59086 Tower ID: 22967 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Redcar: St Peter
Diocese of York
Church, 643455
http://www.stpeterschurchredcar.co.ukOverview
Grid reference: NZ 608 249
In 1818 influential local people sought to raise funds to build a church in Redcar on land given by Lord Dundas, laterly the Earl of Zetland. The foundation stone was laid in 1823 and work was completed in 1829 when it was consecrated by the Archbishop of York as a ‘daughter church’ of the Parish of Marske. The church is constructed of local sand stone and continental timber and in 1835 the clock was donated and installed into the tower.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 731 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
The foundation stone was laid in 1823 and work was completed in 1829 when it was consecrated by the Archbishop of York as a ‘daughter church’ of the Parish of Marske. The church is constructed of local sand stone and continental timber and in 1835 the clock was donated and installed into the tower. In 1848 The church was extended by around 1/5th to give a larger chancel and increase the pew seating from 700 to 750. By 1867 Redcar town had grown so much that St Peters was established as its own independent Parish of Redcar. By 1872 the church yard was full and therefore was closed for burials with a new cemetery of Redcar being established a short distance from the church. In 1889 the ‘box pews’ were removed and replaced with the present pews marking the end of ‘hiring pews’ and from then on all seating was free. In 1926 The Lady Chapel and a Children's Chapel were built. In 1939 the east window was installed and in 1965 the organ was changed to the existing organ constructed on the balcony having been moved from St Pauls in Middlesbrough.
Interior
Interior Description
The church, a grade II listed building holds historical interest and is proud of the artistic windows in particular the East Window and those in the Lady Chapel dating back to the 19th century.
The church has a highly artistic Reredos carved by ‘Mousey’ Thompson of Kilburn in 1939
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: NZ 608 249
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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