Hulme: St Philip
Overview
Grid reference: SJ 838 971
This church belongs mid-way between the work of the early Gothic Revival phase and the more original work of a few years' later: it is, in fact, a local firm's version of the Tractaria model church in the 14th century style - with a tall, substantial, nave of six bays leading to a raised chancel and sanctuary and culminating in the visual climax of the High Altar and lofty five-light east window.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Nave with north and south aisles, chancel with north chapel and an organ chamber to the south, south-west porch. The tower and spire is partly over the western bay of the north aisle.
Description of Archaeology and History
Built largely at the expense of the Birley family, the church is a competent and representative building of its period.
Exterior Description
This church belongs mid-way between the work of the early Gothic Revival phase and the more original work of a few years' later: it is, in fact, a local firm's version of the Tractaria model church in the 14th century style - with a tall, substantial, nave of six bays leading to a raised chancel and sanctuary and culminating in the visual climax of the High Altar and lofty five-light east window. The most important feature of the exterior is the tower and spire, which has considerable townscape value. The exterior is stone-faced, and the steep roof coverings are of slate. All the windows, including aisles and clerestory, have quite convincing tracery.
Building Fabric and Features
Stained Glass
1951
The east window was designed by Geoffrey Sanville and made by William Morris and Co. of Westminster, 1951. The lower four panels have already been re-used in the new church of the Ascension, Hulme, and it should be possible to find, a new home for some at least of the remainder.
Stained Glass
Mid 19th Century
Two mid-19th century windows in the north chapel. Probably contemporary with the church but of no more than ordinary quality and (like all the earlier glass in the church) suffering from the effects of atmospheric corrosion.
Interior
Interior Description
Inside, apart from the great height and width, the principal point of interest lies (as so often in churches of this period) in the impressive roof structures with hammer—beams and curved braces. The chancel roof timbers are richly decorated.
Fixtures and fittings
Altar
Post-war
Communion table
Pulpit
A half octagon of traceried woodwork, on a stone base
Pew (object)
Pine
Desk
Two oak litany desks
Churchyard
Grid reference: SJ 838 971
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.
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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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