Leicester: St John the Divine
Overview
Grid reference: SK 502 40
The external facing is of granite with limestone dressing, the western facade having alternate horizontal bands of granite and limestone. The three-stage tower, with a Polygonal north-eastern turret staircase projecting above the parapet, was originally surmounted by a well-proportioned octagonal broached spire constructed of alternating bands of granite and limestone. All the windows contain geometrical Decorated tracery.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Four-bay nave, north and south aisles, chancel terminated by a polygonal apse, short transepts and a north chancel chapel. The (liturgically) north transept forms the base of the tower and that on the south the organ chamber.
Description of Archaeology and History
In c. 1951, the spire was removed.
Exterior Description
The external facing is of granite with limestone dressing, the western facade having alternate horizontal bands of granite and limestone. The three-stage tower, with a Polygonal north-eastern turret staircase projecting above the parapet, was originally surmounted by a well-proportioned octagonal broached spire constructed of alternating bands of granite and limestone. All the windows contain geometrical Decorated tracery.
Building Fabric and Features
Stained Glass
by Waites in the Apse, transepts, some of the aisle windows and at the north-west.
Interior
Interior Description
The building has no clerestory and, like many other 'churches by the same architect, the interior is rather dark. The nave arcades spring from capitals ornamented with naturalistic foliage. The nave roof is a fine example of the arch-braced collar beam type and has carved wind braces. The roof is whitened between the beams and has decorative motifs stencilled onto the background. The brackets of the roof are Carved as angels. In.the late 19th century the chancel was refurbished; and this had the effect of focusing attention upon the east end of the church. A good wrought iron &croon divides the chancel from the nave, and the chancel and sanctuary floors are paved with tiles and polychomatic marble. The Chancel walls up to dado level are panelled with yellow alabaster, except behine, the altar where there is a plain Gothic' reredos with carved figures. The apse roof is gilded.
Fixtures and fittings
Font (object)
Limestone, carved with foliage ornamentation. Possibly by Scott.
Pulpit
Limestone, carved with foliage ornamentation. Possibly by Scott.
Lectern
1881
Brass eagle
Stall
Screen
Chancel screen: wrought iron. The arches have leaf capitals, based on 14th century designs.
Organ (object)
Designed as a four manual, but completed as three. Thirty-two foot pedal stop. By Taylor's of Leicester,. and rebuilt between 1955-3,
Churchyard
Grid reference: SK 502 40
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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