Bell 1 of 1
Founded by Unidentified (inscribed) 1575
Dove Bell ID: 61648 Tower ID: 24426 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Warburton: St Werburgh
Overview
Grid reference: SJ 696 895
The church is an outstanding example of Cheshire timber construction which has been added to and altered in stone and brick in succeeding periods, notably in the 17th and 18th centuries. It was restored in 1927 in memory of the Revd. Egerton Warburton.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Small 2-bay nave and 1-bay chancel, both with north and south aisles, and N.E.brick tower. The north wall of the nave is of timber and plaster; the south and west walls were rebuilt in stone in 1645, and the chancel , south transept, tower, vestry and hearse-house were built in brick in 1711.
Exterior Description
The church is an outstanding example of Cheshire timber construction which has been added to and altered in stone and brick in succeeding periods, notably in the 17th and 18th centuries. It was restored in 1927 in memory of the Revd. Egerton Warburton.
Building Materials
Sandstone
1645
Lower Keuper Sandstone
Sandstone
1645
Sandstone Flags
Interior
Interior Description
The unusual character of the interior derives from the sturdy wooden piers, which are roughly shaped tree-trunks, supporting the roof and dividing the nave from the aisles. The wooden frame work of the roof comes down very low, especially in the chancel.
The chancel is separated from the nave by a low balustered three- sided screen with central gates, forming a Eucharistic Room; the screen also forms the backs of the chancel stalls.
Fixtures and fittings
Rail
17th Century
Font (object)
1603
Octagonal
Font (component)
1595
Pyramidal font cover
Coffin
There is a stone coffin 7'3" long
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: SJ 696 895
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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