Middlesbrough: St Agnes
Overview
Grid reference: NZ 508 166
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
A square in plan with side vestries, organ chamber, with half pyramid superstructure. Roof links church to campanile.
Dimensions:
19m (64ft) square.
Description of Archaeology and History
The church was built in 1966-7 on a new site to serve housing estates built Post-War. The main donor was the Agnes Spencer Charitable Trust, the architect was Robert Mortimer of Northallerton. Archaeological remains relating to earlier settlement remains are possible on this site, though not expected, however the local authority and HER should be consulted if any development is considered.
Exterior Description
An interesting design showing clear Scandinavian influence. It is given vertical emphasis by the rocket-like open concrete and steel campanile and the tall half-pyramid design of the church with flat east face, accentuated by the fact that it stands apart from the surrounding buildings.
Unlike most similar designs there are no windows along the rooflines, only at the glazed apex to let in natural light. Sloping side walls contain side rooms, including a vestry to the south side with canted roof. The bell in the campanile is of 1715, by Knight of Closworth.
Building Fabric and Features
Church
20th century main worship space
Vestry
20th century side vestries
Organ (component)
20th century chamber
Tower (monument)
20th century campanile
Building Materials
Concrete
20th century
Steel
20th century
Brick
20th century buff facing
Copper
20th century roofs covered in Veral copper-faced felt, copper flashings
Interior
Interior Description
Inside, narthex flanked by vestry and Lady Chapel, attractively presented. The apex of the roof has been ceiled in to prevent heat loss, but it was the only window, designed to cast light on the altar.
The slopes of the ceiling are in a dark purple, lightened through artificial lighting. The liturgical setting is conventional with fixed benches facing east to a concrete altar on a dais, large pulpit against the south wall. Organ chamber on the north side, 2-manual organ by J W Walker, 1967. Wooden wall cladding and woodblock floors. The west end is cleared and can be used for meetings, coffee etc.
Churchyard
Grid reference: NZ 508 166
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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