Nominal: 690 Hz Weight: 1400 lbs Diameter: 43.5" Bell 1 of 8
Founded by Abraham II Rudhall 1734
Dove Bell ID: 4951 Tower ID: 15709 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Northampton: St Peter
Diocese of Peterborough
CCT Church, 628122
http://https://www.visitchurches.org.uk/visit/church-listing/st-peter-northampton.htmlOverview
Grid reference: SP 749 603
One of the best Norman Churches in Britain. It’s sophistication in design and ornament is a reflection of the national importance of Northampton in the Middle Ages. It was a Royal seat and it was here that Thomas a Becket’s trial took place in 1164. Built on a large Saxon site near the castle the church was built circa 1170 and is associated with the 1st earl of Northampton, Simon de St. Liz. Externally the striking feature is the continuous arcaded frieze topped by a series of grotesque corbels that stretch along both sides of the basilica. This was subject to a sensitive restoration by Sir G.G. Scott in 1850 which also involved the rebuilding of the East end. Here there is a symmetrical arrangement of Norman round headed windows with an unusual central semi circular column buttress. Similar buttresses are to be found in the lower part of the Norman tower which also boasts 12th century carvings (the upper part of the tower dates to the 17th century). Internally it is the march of fat Norman columns towards the alter with their lavish contemporary carvings which is particularly striking. The tower arch is almost shamelessly rich in sculptural effect, beneath it stands the 15th century font with Scott’s painted cover. In the church you will encounter the memorial bust to William Smith (creator of modern geology), to John Smith(d. 1742) the mezzotint engraver – a wall tablet by Hunt of Northampton – and Matthew Noble’s tablet to the county historian George Baker (d. 1851). The church is now looked after by The Churches Conservation Trust.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
The church is now redundant and looked after The Churches Conservation Trust. Opening times are Wednesday – Saturday 10am to 4pm. On site facilities include parking.
Interior
Bells
Nominal: 1380 Hz Weight: 546 lbs Diameter: 27.88" Bell 2 of 8
Founded by Abraham II Rudhall 1734
Dove Bell ID: 33210 Tower ID: 15709 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1296 Hz Weight: 527 lbs Diameter: 29" Bell 3 of 8
Founded by Abraham II Rudhall 1734
Dove Bell ID: 33211 Tower ID: 15709 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1152 Hz Weight: 670 lbs Diameter: 30.88" Bell 4 of 8
Founded by Abraham II Rudhall 1734
Dove Bell ID: 33212 Tower ID: 15709 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1036 Hz Weight: 714 lbs Diameter: 32.88" Bell 5 of 8
Founded by Abraham II Rudhall 1734
Dove Bell ID: 33213 Tower ID: 15709 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 920 Hz Weight: 784 lbs Diameter: 34.63" Bell 6 of 8
Founded by Abraham II Rudhall 1734
Dove Bell ID: 33214 Tower ID: 15709 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 864 Hz Weight: 880 lbs Diameter: 36.25" Bell 7 of 8
Founded by Abraham II Rudhall 1734
Dove Bell ID: 33215 Tower ID: 15709 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 776 Hz Weight: 1078 lbs Diameter: 39.25" Bell 8 of 8
Founded by Abraham II Rudhall 1734
Dove Bell ID: 33216 Tower ID: 15709 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SP 749 603
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/building is consecrated.
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.
It is unknown whether the churchyard has war graves.
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.
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