Nominal: 808 Hz Weight: 1008 lbs Diameter: 37" Bell 1 of 3
Founded by Newcombe & Watts 1599
Dove Bell ID: 7047 Tower ID: 13532 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Wakerley: St John the Baptist
Overview
Grid reference: SP 956 992
The fabric of the church is essentially Norman, though there is little indication of this from the exterior of the building. The dominant Norman feature is the chancel arch. The masonry of the fabric clearly indicates the later date of tower and chancel and much rebuilding must have taken place in the 14th and 15th centuries.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Aisleless nave, north and south transepts, chancel, west tower and spire. A north porch abuts the north transept.
Description of Archaeology and History
The fabric of the church is essentially Norman, though there is little indication of this from the exterior of the building. The dominant Norman feature is the chancel arch. The masonry of the fabric clearly indicates the later date of tower and chancel and much rebuilding must have taken place in the 14th and 15th centuries. Of the two-bay arcades leading to the north and south transeptal chapels that on the north side is 15th century and that on the south side 14th century, The north porch and doorway are 14th century and the chancel 15th century.
Exterior Description
The tower arch and west window Decorated and the upper parts of the tower and spire Perpendicular. The spire is well set back with two tiers of lucarnes and ball-flower ornament.
Building Materials
Collyweston Slate
12th Century
Collyweston Slate
Lincolnshire Limestone
12th Century
Lincolnshire Limestone
Interior
Fixtures and fittings
Font (object)
Late 13th Century
On one side a quatrefoil with leaf and flower ornament and, on another, a trefoil headed arch.
Pew (object)
19th Century
Pulpit
19th Century
Rail
19th Century
Stall
19th Century
Table
19th Century
Holy table
Bells
Nominal: 1029 Hz Diameter: 32.38" Bell 2 of 3
Founded by Newcombe & Watts 1598
Dove Bell ID: 43968 Tower ID: 13532 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 906.5 Hz Diameter: 35" Bell 3 of 3
Founded by Thomas Norris 1663
Dove Bell ID: 43969 Tower ID: 13532 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SP 956 992
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.
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 | 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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