Thornley: St Bartholomew
Overview
Grid reference: NZ 365 396
Built in 1842-3 by R Dunlop. St Bartholomew’s is a simple building comprising rectangular nave of four bays with a low chancel and west porch. There is no vertical emphasis save for a cross finial to the east of the roof and an A-shaped bell cote at the west end. The north and south elevations each have four single pointed lancets (this style is consistent through out the building) and straight simple buttresses to the same height with a single off set at the top.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Nave and chancel, west porch, internal subdivision of west end of nave.
Dimensions:
Approximately 27m (88.5ft) x 13m (42.5ft)
Description of Archaeology and History
Built in 1842-3 by R Dunlop. Internal subdivision of the nave at the west end to create a meeting room, toilet, kitchen and choir vestry was completed in 1992.
Exterior Description
St Bartholomew’s is a simple building comprising rectangular nave of four bays with a low chancel and west porch. There is no vertical emphasis save for a cross finial to the east of the roof and an A-shaped bell cote at the west end.
The north and south elevations each have four single pointed lancets (this style is consistent through out the building) and straight simple buttresses to the same height with a single off set at the top. The corners of the nave and chancel have clasping buttresses. The chancel has short lancets to the north and south and the main east window is of two lights with a roundel over. External doors to the vestries flank the main east window and like other external woodwork and rainwater goods have been painted a bright blue.
The porch has a separate pitched roof and arched doorway with a simple hoodmould and small openings to the sides. The west elevation has lancets on either side of the porch and a shorter one at the top of the gable.
Building Fabric and Features
Stained Glass
1866
East window. Two lights: Christ being laid in the tomb (l) and arising (r). Henry John Spearman of Thornley given to church by tenants and friends 1866.
Stained Glass
1866
South aisle. Jesus and the children. George Wilkinson of Oswald House in this county who died 18th June 1866
Interior
Interior Description
Moving inside, roughly one third of the nave has been partitioned off to create additional facilities. The quality of work has not contributed to the character of the building and has left a much reduced nave area. The chancel arch is very narrow and low and has a painted band which reads ‘Lo I am with you alway’. Doors lead from either side of the chancel to small vestries.
The eastern bay of the nave is effectively used as an extension to the chancel, choir furniture is in position here along with the altar and communion rails. The organ is situated in the north east corner of the nave.
Fixtures and fittings
Altar
Wooden table
Reredos
Small wooden stand
Pulpit
Simple hexagonal design, minimal panel decoration and moulded plinth.
Lectern
Made from iron with scrolled detailing and gold painted trefoils.
Font (object)
Octagonal bowl and stem in stone with wooden lid. In memory of Henry Hetherington 1903-1959 and his wife Maud 1906-1977
Organ (object)
‘Four square’ 2 manual and pedal instrument of 13 speaking stops, by Nicholson & Lord of Walsall 1892. Unaltered save for electric blower in vestry. Overhauled by Harrison and Harrison in 1992. The organ is a fine example of the firms work, unusual to the area and of historic interest.
Rail
Tripartite hinged wooden rail; supported on wrought-iron stanchions painted blue on the lower half with scrolls and pointed gold trefoil decoration on the upper.
Churchyard
Grid reference: NZ 365 396
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.
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