Diameter: 13" Bell 1 of 2
Founded by Unidentified (blank)
Dove Bell ID: 62745 Tower ID: 25030 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Wreay: St Mary
Overview
Grid reference: NY 435 489
A truly unique architectural experience. All architectural decorative features are based on forms unfamiliar in traditional church architecture. The church is on or near to the site of the mediaeval church that was totally demolished before the building of the present church in 1840-42. The entire design of the church is the very personal expression of Sarah Losh who built the church at her own expense using local labour. Sculptural stonework by William Hindson with considerable symbolism embodied in the extremely unusual plant and animal forms used. The recessed, round headed niches to the Apse with deep, narrow round headed clerestory stained glass windows and the raking high level windows to the west gable are particularly unusual. The lectern and pulpit are of chestnut on bog oak stands representing an eagle and a stork. The font is of carved alabaster and is believed to have been carved by Sarah Losh herself.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 168 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
Medieval site
Exterior Description
Mausoleum; Losh graveyard; replica of Bewcastle Cross; Chapel of Rest housing the Sarah Losh Heritage Centre.
Interior
Bells
Diameter: 15.5" Bell 2 of 2
Founded by Naylor, Vickers & Co
Dove Bell ID: 62746 Tower ID: 25030 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 435 489
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/building is consecrated.
The churchyard has been used for burial.
The churchyard is used for burial.
It is unknown whether the churchyard has war graves.
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 | 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.
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