Weight: 896 lbs Diameter: 36" Bell 1 of 1
Founded by Pack & Chapman 1777
Dove Bell ID: 58866 Tower ID: 22834 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Portland: St George
Overview
Grid reference: SY 686 720
St. George, Reforne, was built in 1754-6 to the design of Thomas Gilbert. West tower of three diminishing stages surmounted by a cupola; nine bay nave with central dome and three bay transepts; apsidal chancel. The church is, fittingly, built of the finest Portland stone which has stood the test of time.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
West tower of three diminishing stages surmounted by a cupola; nine bay nave with central dome and three bay transepts; apsidal chancel.
Description of Archaeology and History
St. George, Reforne, was built in 1754-6 to the design of Thomas Gilbert (c. 1697-1777) who is commemorated in the church by the following inscription: 'Underneath lyes interred the Body of Thomas Gilbert of this Island , GENT. ARCHITECT and Master Builder of this CHURCH who Departed this Life the 15th July A.D. 1777 Aged 79 Years.'
Exterior Description
The church is, fittingly, built of the finest Portland stone which has stood the test of time remarkably well. It is an original design, and the simple geometry of the nave and chancel makes a powerful contrast with the baroque chercter of the tower; the four round-arched openings of the belfry-stage and the eight round-arched openings of the cupola produce an effect which is both soulptural and dramatic. Externally the nave is divided into five prinipal elements consisting, respectively, of a single projectin bay with niche above and stone panel below, two bays with round-headed windows on the upper storey and square segmental-headed windows on the lower, the long three bay transept with a similar arrangement of windows and a central door, another two bay element and a further single bay projection at the east end balancing that at the west. The long narrow pedimented transepts, with an additional semi- circular window within the pediment, are reminiscent of St. Mary's Twickenham (1714-5) and St. Michael's Aynhoe (1744), Northants. The shallow central dome and apsidal east end, on the other hand, seem to foreshadow the neo-classical developments of the later 18th century.
Building Materials
Portland Stone
Interior
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: SY 686 720
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
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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.
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