Diameter: 14" Bell 1 of 1
Founded by Unidentified (blank)
Dove Bell ID: 57279 Tower ID: 21928 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Mallerstang: St Mary
Overview
Grid reference: NY 781 14
An attractive, buttressed, dales chapel lodged at the bottom of the upper Eden valley between the rising slopes of the Pennines that provide an attractive and wild backdrop. The church in effect replaces an earlier dilapidated medieval structure with possible C13/C14 footings visible. This was undertaken in 1663 at the cost of Lady Anne Clifford; a carved stone inscription installed in 1909, replacing an original panel, commemorates her patronage. St Mary's was subsequently altered to suit fashion and liturgical practices in following centuries, but retains its essential C17 shape other than a roof heightening that can be traced in the masonry. Original features include the south window, originally the three-light square east window until repositioned as part of an early C20 re-order, the Charles II cypher and font. The C18 saw the insertion of the pulpit, the top deck of a three tier piece, and the north elevation windows with their round heads and false keystones. A gallery, removed in the early C20, had been inserted along the back of the church to provide a schoolroom the odd rectangular windows in the south west corner were probably inserted to illuminate the scholarly activities. A fire, exhausted by a chimney that clasps onto the belfry, provided some comfort. The construction of the nearby Carlisle/Settle railway that snakes past the church is remembered through the unmarked graves of 25 men, women and children who died in the camps as it was being built. There is some attractive C20 Abbot's stained glass.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 146 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
Earlier church
Interior
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 781 14
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.
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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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