Nominal: 911 Hz Weight: 1041 lbs Diameter: 37.63" Bell 1 of 6
Founded by Thomas II Mears 1826
Dove Bell ID: 939 Tower ID: 11478 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Brampton: St Martin
Overview
Grid reference: NY 528 610
A unique church. The only one to be designed by Philip Webb, built at the same time that he co-founded SPAB in 1878. The church is designed in a free Gothic style with an inventiveness of expression that is at variance with the more structured and disciplined approach of his Gothic Revival contemporaries. St Martin's provides a range of visual experiences that borrow, in part, from his approach to the design of houses. These include the low dark entrance that leads into a volume of light and colour- a device favoured by Arts and Crafts architects - and the distinctly domestic ceiling penetrated along the southern aisle by dormers that wash the building with natural light. The light is reflected off the pale green painted timber ceilings whose variety of planes and shapes add to the distinctive character of the interior. The church was designed as a whole as a simple space without a chancel or a pulpit, one of the centrally positioned clergy stalls acting as a podium. The glory of the church is its stained glass designed by Burne-Jones and made by William Morris. It follows the theme of Worship, the Good Shepherd, Heroes of the Bible, Virtues, Childhood and Paradise. They combine to produce a collection of outstanding Pre-Raphaelite Art. Their composition and gem stone colours introduce a level of quality and splendour that is of great rarity. It includes the famous Pelican window that is acknowledged as a precursor of Art Nouveau.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Church open to visitors 9am-6pm every day. WC facilities in neighbouring Church Cottage. Small car-park. Access to church is up a flight of steps.
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 594 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
To come
Exterior Description
2xII- Church Hall and Church cottage
Building Materials
Sandstone
19th Century
St Bees Sandstone
Slate
19th Century
Westmorland Green Slate
Interior
Bells
Nominal: 1561 Hz Weight: 448 lbs Diameter: 27" Bell 2 of 6
Founded by Thomas II Mears 1826
Dove Bell ID: 12577 Tower ID: 11478 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1344.5 Hz Weight: 532 lbs Diameter: 28.25" Bell 3 of 6
Founded by Thomas II Mears 1826
Dove Bell ID: 12578 Tower ID: 11478 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1214.5 Hz Weight: 616 lbs Diameter: 30.25" Bell 4 of 6
Founded by Thomas II Mears 1826
Dove Bell ID: 12579 Tower ID: 11478 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1127 Hz Weight: 700 lbs Diameter: 32.25" Bell 5 of 6
Founded by Thomas II Mears 1826
Dove Bell ID: 12580 Tower ID: 11478 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1019 Hz Weight: 784 lbs Diameter: 34.25" Bell 6 of 6
Founded by Thomas II Mears 1826
Dove Bell ID: 12581 Tower ID: 11478 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 528 610
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/building is consecrated.
The churchyard has been used for burial.
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.
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.
Further information
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