Bell 1 of 2
Founded by Thomas II Mears 1830
Dove Bell ID: 61649 Tower ID: 24427 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Warcop: St Columba
Overview
Grid reference: NY 742 157
A fine parish church at the western end of the village, adjoining a former vicarage which is surrounded by the remains of medieval or earlier moat. It has its origins in the C12 with major alterations and additions during the C13, C15 and C19. The north nave wall is C12 with a blocked-up doorway with what appears to be re-used stone. The north and south “transepts” or chantry chapels are of the early C13 incorporating Early English style work but with sympathetically designed lancet windows added later. Unfortunately the organ blocks views into the north transept. The fine chancel and transept arches date from the same period. The arcade, west wall and south nave walls are C15 Decorated. A shallow C19 semi-arch spans the south transept. This transfers load and support to a massive buttress that leans against the south nave wall beside the porch. The Decorated phase can be clearly seen in the south nave and south aisle windows. The chancel, re-built in 1855, is the same width and almost as long as the nave, giving the impression of a single space divided by the chancel arch; it is well designed in the mid C19 Early English fashion. The bellcote is probably Tudor in date, although its present bells are dated 1830. It has been rebuilt more than once, the last occasion believed to be in 1938. There are two C13 piscinae, one surmounted by a label with a carved animal's head; nine C13 stone coffin lids and a wonderful ancient braced door leading into the south aisle. The panelled box pews are early C18 and are decorated by numbers, one is dated 1716. There is a fine collection of stained glass including pieces by Wailes and Shrigley & Hunt. Annual rushbearing ceremonies have taken place in the church for centuries and continue to be a key moment in the life of the church and its community. The wonderful roof, exposed in the C19, is partly obscured and visually diminished by poorly designed lighting.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 388 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
Earlier settlements
Exterior Description
2X Grade II Listed- cross stump and vicarage entrance
Building Materials
Sandstone
12th onwards
Permo-Triassic Sandstone
Slate
12th onwards
Slate
Interior
Bells
Bell 2 of 2
Founded by Thomas II Mears 1830
Dove Bell ID: 61650 Tower ID: 24427 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 742 157
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.
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.
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