Diameter: 16" Bell 1 of 1
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1868
Dove Bell ID: 63199 Tower ID: 25179 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
West Dean: Borbach Chantry
Overview
Grid reference: SU 255 274
In 1868 the parish church of St. Mary was demolished with the exception of the Borbach Chantry which was situated on the south side of the former nave. When the body of the church wad demolished the Chantry was restored at the expense of Mr. W.J. Evelyn as a mortuary chapel and the entrance arches in the north wall were blocked and a south porch added which is tall enough to accommodate a bell in the open gable.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
A single-cell building with a south porch.
Description of Archaeology and History
In 1868 the parish church of St. Mary was demolished with the exception of the Borbach Chantry which was situated on the south side of the former nave. When the body of the church wad demolished the Chantry was restored at the expense of Mr. W.J. Evelyn as a mortuary chapel and the entrance arches in the north wall were blocked and a south porch added which is tall enough to accommodate a bell in the open gable.
Interior
Fixtures and fittings
Brass
1641
Brass of George Evelyn, the younger, d.1641, aged six.
Bust
1685
A life-size bust to Sir John Evelyn, d.1685, in grey marble and also set in a recess which can be closed by doors. The niche stands infi'ont of a sarcophagus. Over it is an open pediment with two good allegorical figures.
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: SU 255 274
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
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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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