Weight: 1120 lbs Diameter: 38.63" Bell 1 of 3
Founded by William le Belyetere (Canterbury)
Dove Bell ID: 1006 Tower ID: 16385 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Bridge: St Peter
Diocese of Canterbury
Church, 606010
http://www.bridgechurchgroup.co.uk/Overview
Grid reference: TR 183 541
Bridge (not mentioned in Domesday Book) has always been part of the parish of Patrixbourne and there has been a chapel on this site in Bridge since 1189, it was enlarged through the 12th and 13th centuries to become a church. As seen today the church is the result of the extensive restoration work undertaken in 1859-60 by architect (Sir) Giles Gilbert Scott, when the external walls were completely refaced with dark knapped flint.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 372 m²
Exterior Description
As seen today the church is the result of the extensive restoration work undertaken in 1859-60 by architect (Sir) Giles Gilbert Scott, when the external walls were completely refaced with dark knapped flint. The original west doorway is mid-to-late 12th century and has fine mouldings standing out in bold relief. The original 12th century tower deteriorated to such an extent that in 1859-60 it was completely rebuilt above its medieval base with a shingled spire and the addition of the south-east stair turret (St Peter's Church).
Interior
Interior Description
The tower is hung with a ring of three bells thought to have been cast in the 14th century by William le Belyetre of Canterbury. Only one bell is currently in use. The traditional layout inside of the church is of three aisles and a chancel with a wooden barrel roof over the nave and plain wooden roofs over the side aisles. There is a small amount of Norman stonework visible but almost all of what is seen today is Victorian. There are numerous carvings and interesting tablets within the church. It has 20 windows including 3 Victorian Memorial windows (St Peter's Church).
Fixtures and fittings
Clock
19th Century Clock with cast iron flat bed frame located in Tower made by Gillett & Bland from Croydon in 1874
Historical Notes
1874 - 1874
Period Qualifier: 2
Bells
Diameter: 32.43" Bell 2 of 3
Founded by London foundry
Dove Bell ID: 12898 Tower ID: 16385 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Diameter: 35.06" Bell 3 of 3
Founded by London foundry
Dove Bell ID: 12899 Tower ID: 16385 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: TR 183 541
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 is closed for burial by order in council.
The date of the burial closure order is 31/10/1990
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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