Little Ryburgh: All Saints
Overview
Grid reference: TF 967 276
The church is mentioned in Domesday Book and has probably 11th-century fabric in the surviving west end gable and part of the south wall, with eroded south door arch of c 1300. The chancel was rebuilt in the 15th century. The church was already in ruins by 1850 when the parish was consolidated with Great Ryburgh, but the churchyard is still used as the parish burial ground.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Flint with stone dressings, the latter now lost.
Dimensions:
Approx 12m (39ft) x 5m (16ft).
Description of Archaeology and History
The church is mentioned in Domesday Book and has probably 11th-century fabric in the surviving west end gable and part of the south wall, with eroded south door arch of c 1300. The chancel was rebuilt in the 15th century. The church was already in ruins by 1850 when the parish was consolidated with Great Ryburgh, but the churchyard is still used as the parish burial ground. The churchyard at Great Ryburgh St Mary has been closed since the late 19th century.
This site is of considerable archaeological significance, the plan of the earlier church(es) may survive underground and there have probably been burials since the 11th century or earlier, with a possibility of archaeological finds from any period.
Exterior Description
The ruin has uncontrolled foliage on the wall tops and elsewhere and obvious signs of deterioration at the west end in particular. Most of the nave west wall survives, along with an attached stretch of the south wall and enough low fragments elsewhere to make out the plan. The west wall still stands mostly to eaves height, but is engulfed in vegetation. Rough herring-bone coursing is clearly visible in the lower parts of this wall. The west window is now just a gash in the middle of the gable, and a large crack has opened right through the middle of the wall below this with a tree thrusting through. There is a pointed doorway in the west bay of the south wall, which has now lost its frame and is in danger of collapse. There may be ledger slabs and vaults within the footprint of the church, although this is unlikely in this case, though burials are likely.
Churchyard
Grid reference: TF 967 276
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
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 | 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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