Nominal: 712 Hz Weight: 1271 lbs Diameter: 41.25" Bell 1 of 6
Founded by Robert Quernbie AND Henry II Oldfield 1593
Dove Bell ID: 5692 Tower ID: 14721 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Ruskington: All Saints
Overview
Grid reference: TF 82 510
The building was built in the 12th century on the site of an earlier stone church erected in the 11th century. This earlier church is thought to have replaced an even earlier Saxon wooden church. The arches over the south and tower entrances are remains of the 11th century stone building and are Romanesque in design, while the present building is an example of early Norman Gothic church. The two low lancet windows on both the north and south sides of the Chancel date back to the 12th century while the rest of the building at present is the result of extensions and alterations over the past nine centuries.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 368 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
The oldest stone is possibly the top of the base of the Saxon preaching cross, but the oldest feature in the church is a large 12th century arch at the west end of the nave. The tower, of which forms part was rebuilt in 1620 following the collapse in 1604. The chancel was truncated in 1708 but both nave and chancel were extensively modified in 1861 and 1873 respectively. The rood screen was removed in the reign of Edward VI but a modern chancel screen was installed in the reign of Edward VII.
A church was recorded in the Domesday Book of 1087, but the present church dates from the 12th century onwards. The original spire collapsed in the early 17th century and the tower was restored in 1620. The chancel was rebuilt and the church restored in 1885.
Exterior Description
There is a western tower, nave with north and south aisles with three bay arcades, chancel, and south porch. The tower is of three stages and quite plain on the exterior. The tower arch is Norman with scalloped capitals.
The arches over the south and tower entrances are remains of the 11th century stone building and are Romanesque in design, while the present building is an example of early Norman Gothic church. The two low lancet windows on both the north and south sides of the Chancel date back to the 12th century while the rest of the building at present is the result of extensions and alterations over the past nine centuries.
Building Materials
Limestone
12th onwards
LIMESTONE
Limestone
12th onwards
OOIDAL
Interior
Interior Description
There is a 15th century octagonal font decorated with shields and roses. The chancel has a heavily restored sedilia and piscina. The east window is a triple Lancet. Most of the fittings are 19th century. The organ is by Conacher, circa 1908 with attractively decorated pipes, located in the north side of the chancel. There is a stained-glass window by Morris circa 1873 at the east end of the south aisle and also a millennium stained-glass screen in the tower arch by Glenn Carter.
Bells
Nominal: 1211 Hz Weight: 524 lbs Diameter: 28.25" Bell 2 of 6
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1911
Dove Bell ID: 37086 Tower ID: 14721 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1081 Hz Weight: 620 lbs Diameter: 30.5" Bell 3 of 6
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1911
Dove Bell ID: 37087 Tower ID: 14721 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 963 Hz Weight: 823 lbs Diameter: 33.5" Bell 4 of 6
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1882
Dove Bell ID: 37088 Tower ID: 14721 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 894 Hz Weight: 835 lbs Diameter: 35.25" Bell 5 of 6
Founded by Robert Quernbie AND Henry II Oldfield
Dove Bell ID: 37089 Tower ID: 14721 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 804 Hz Weight: 1135 lbs Diameter: 38.5" Bell 6 of 6
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1882
Dove Bell ID: 37090 Tower ID: 14721 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: TF 82 510
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.
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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 | Yes |
| 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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