Foscott: St Leonard
Overview
Grid reference: SP 716 357
A small building, in a park-like setting; built of limestone rubble, with tiled roofs. The fabric is a combination of elements from differing periods, with much medieval material.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Nave, chancel and south porch.
Description of Archaeology and History
The nave and part of the south wall of the chancel are mid -12th century; in the mid -14th century the chancel was widened towards the north, and probably also lengthened. The chancel arch may be late 13th century, or early 14th century, and is of three chamfered orders, two dying into the imposts and the third supported on corbels with ball - flower ornament.
The south porch was added in the lat 15th century and the whole church restored in 1,887 by Marshall & Boyce (builders) of Buckingham. The roofs are modern, but four 14th. century corbels, carved as grotesque heads, remain in the nave. The east window is 15th century, of three cinque—foiled lights in a pointed traceried head; there are no windows on'the north side of the chancel and those on the south wall are probably both 14th century but much altered and restored. The south doorway is 12th century, with a round moulded head and moulded label; the north doorway is now blocked, but the arch is of the 15th century and the jambs and imposts probably 12th century.
Exterior Description
A small building, in a park-like setting; built of limestone rubble, with tiled roofs.
Building Fabric and Features
Stained Glass
East window: glass by Lavers & Westlake.
Stained Glass
Early 16th Century
Fragments in the south-east chancel window.
Interior
Fixtures and fittings
Brass
1661
In the chancel, to.Edward Grenvile
Table
1633
An inscription records its presentation in 1633 by Samuel Wastel.
Rail
17th Century
Moulded, with panelled posts and turned balusters, probably mid -17th century
Piscina (object)
15th Century
In chancel, with cinque-foiled head
Pulpit
Made up of early 17th century-panelling.
Churchyard
Grid reference: SP 716 357
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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