Bell 1 of 1
Founded by Henry III Bagley 1700
Dove Bell ID: 52095 Tower ID: 19021 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Catmore: St Margaret
Overview
Grid reference: SU 453 801
The nave and chancel are of Norman date but were fully restored, c.1845 in the 19th century version of the Norman style. The church was restored again in 1891 by H. Dewey Brown who added a new chancel roof.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Nave, chancel, south port, western bell-cote, and north-east vestry.
Description of Archaeology and History
The nave and chancel are of Norman date but were fully restored, c.1845 in the 19th century version of the Norman style. The church was restored again in 1891 by H. Dewey Brown who added a new chancel roof.
Exterior Description
The aisleless church is roughcast without, with tiled roofs and stone window-surrounds. These last are in the Norman style with thin attached shafts and small scalloped capitals. The only traces of older work on the outside of the church are the small 16th century window on the south side of the chancel and the blocked doorway at the west end of the north wall of the nave. Although the doorway is of Norman pattern now, having a round arched head with a roll-moulding and heavy imposts it is too slight for Norman work and may be consibrably later in date.
Interior
Interior Description
The interior of the church is plain and dignified, with a tile floor and a very fine timber roof divided into five bays by four trusses of the braced collar type. Moulded braces, curved to an arch shape, support the collars, pendants hang from their springings. This roof is dated 1607 on two of the pendants, where also appear the initials WE and IA. The walls have been freshly whitened and this, together with the views of the downs through the clear-glazed windows, further enhances the peace of the church.
Fixtures and fittings
Font (object)
All that remains of a Norman font.with vestiges of carved decoration on its sides has been mounted on a modern cylindrical base.
Altar
17th Century
A simple 17th century table with bulbous legs.
Pew (object)
Plain wooden pews with moulded tops.
Lectern
A good double-sided wooden lectern on a heavy turned stand.
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: SU 453 801
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.
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 | 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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