Diameter: 18" Bell 1 of 2
Founded by James Wells 1813
Dove Bell ID: 58375 Tower ID: 22548 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Old Dilton: St Mary
Overview
Grid reference: ST 858 490
An unrestored, small church which abuts the road at the bottom of a wooded combe, and consists of a nave and chancel, north aisle, north vestry, south porch, and western bell-turret with spire. Roofs are covered with stone slates. Fenestration is extremely varied in pattern - though all windows are flat-headed. Considerable repair work was undertaken in 1952.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Churches Conservation Trust
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Nave, chancel, north aisle, north vestry, south porch, and western bell-turret.
Interior
Interior Description
Chancel has a lower chancel than the nave, and the tympanum bears the Arms of George III, painted on panel. There is a great showcase of woodwork, including the 17th century Holy Table, three-decker pulpit, box pews, family pews, west gallery, and a north gallery overlooking the chancel and forming the upper floor of the vestry.
Fixtures and fittings
Clock
19th Century Clock located in tower. Made in 1845 by Hale & Co. from Bristol.
Historical Notes
1845 - 1845
Period Qualifier: 2
Bells
Diameter: 18.5" Bell 2 of 2
Founded by Unidentified (blank)
Dove Bell ID: 58376 Tower ID: 22548 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: ST 858 490
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.
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 | N/A |
| Solar Thermal Panels | N/A |
| Biomass | N/A |
| Wind Turbine | N/A |
| Air Source Heat Pump | N/A |
| Ground Source Heat Pump | N/A |
| Ev Charging | N/A |
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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