Bell 1 of 2
Founded by Unidentified (blank)
Dove Bell ID: 52901 Tower ID: 19473 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Crosby Garrett: St Andrew
Overview
Grid reference: NY 729 97
The church is cut into the summit of Arklow Hill where it dramatically overlooks the village. Not surprisingly given the splendid location, the current church with its C11/C12 origins is the descendant of an earlier structure. Evidence of a Saxon building can be seen in the narrow round-topped blocked arch set into the chancel arch. The layers of history and gradual change is fascinating, adds to the intrigue of the church and provides textbook examples of styles including Norman capitals decorated with leaves, animals and human heads and Perpendicular ogee windows. The south wall and the nave piers that support a north aisle, rebuilt in 1866, were constructed in C12; they tied into the chancel arch that was rebuilt in the C15. The chancel probably dates from the C14 but altered with the addition of the vestry in the C18. The substantial porch, with the date 1662 carved onto a roof truss, and west end were added in the C17. The corbelled and pinnacled bell tower that sits over the west gable was re-built in 1874. The interior is dominated by the Norman pillars and the strangely low arched entrance into the chancel. There is a C15 angled squint (hagioscope) inserted into the wall between the chancel and the north aisle. Other points of interest including Forest & co stained glass, a C13 piscina and aumbrey, a C17 communion rail and a reading lamp made by mouseman Thompson enrich the interior.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 248 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
Saxon site
Interior
Bells
Bell 2 of 2
Dove Bell ID: 52902 Tower ID: 19473 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 729 97
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/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.
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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