Lincoln: St Mark
Overview
Grid reference: SK 973 707
William Watkins of Lincoln, 1871-2. Aisleless nave, short chancel terminating in polygonal apse, North organ chamber, semi-circular apsidal baptistery at west end, NE tower with spire.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Aisleless nave, short chancel terminating in polygonal apse, North organ chamber, semi-circular apsidal baptistery at west end, NE tower with spire.
Description of Archaeology and History
By William Watkins of Lincoln, 1871-2 . The spire was completed in 1876, and the vestries and south porch added in 1908.
Building Fabric and Features
Stained Glass
Lancets in the apse (depicting St. Mark, Our Lord, and St. Peter)
Interior
Interior Description
The nave is long and lofty, with uncusped three- light windows and a steeply pitched roof. The organ chamber (originally the vestry) contains the remains of the Norman arches built into the wall , together with other ancient fragments probably Saxon - from the earlier church . Some of the corbels supporting the intermediate principals of the nave roof are of 13th century origin.
Fixtures and fittings
Font (object)
Octagonal Perpendicular bowl on modern sten .
Font (component)
16th Century
Oak font cover, knop missing.
Organ (object)
1875
Two-manual organ, Cousans of Lincoln
Painting
1742
Painting of The Resurrection by H. Braken
Churchyard
Grid reference: SK 973 707
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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