Nominal: 1147 Hz Weight: 679 lbs Diameter: 30.63" Bell 1 of 3
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1901
Dove Bell ID: 52979 Tower ID: 19525 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Cumrew: St Mary the Virgin
Overview
Grid reference: NY 550 503
Built in 1890 to the design of George Oliver, the church reflects a predominantly neo-Decorated style although Pevsner is unhappy with the mix of historic references. It replaces an earlier, more modest, church that may have been one of a sequence going back to early medieval times tucked behind the cluster of buildings at the heart of the settlement. The church does not incorporate earlier fabric, other than monuments, but Norman details can be seen in an adjacent farm building that, given its siting and appearance, could have been a fortified vicarage. Paradoxically, the church might be seen as a representation of its earlier incarnations; possibly corrupted architecture, but interesting! The three stage battlemented tower is lodged on the corner of the building where it acts as a visual anchor drawing views on the approach to the church through a group of village buildings. Internally, the church is well lit by the large four bay clear glass west window. Unsigned stained glass adds colour, but the polychromatic tiled floor in the chancel is more eye-catching. There is a grave slab in the cellar and an eighteenth century plaque on the external wall.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 166 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
The church is one of a sequence of buildings with possible settlement remains
Exterior Description
To come
Building Materials
Sandstone
19th Century
Permo-Triassic Sandstone
Slate
19th Century
Westmorland Green Slate
Interior
Bells
Diameter: 13" Bell 2 of 3
Founded by John de Kirkham
Dove Bell ID: 52980 Tower ID: 19525 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Bell 3 of 3
1750
Dove Bell ID: 52981 Tower ID: 19525 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 550 503
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.
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 | 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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