Weight: 840 lbs Diameter: 33.5" Bell 1 of 3
Founded by Hugh II Watts 1619
Dove Bell ID: 1647 Tower ID: 17678 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Clay Coton: St Andrew
Overview
Grid reference: SP 593 769
The church is constructed in the Decorated style. Architecturally, the unbuttressed tower and spire are the most significant features. The recessed stone spire is short, with only one tier of lucarnes. The south porch, slate roofs (unusual in this part of the country) and lean-to vestry on the north side of the chancel appear to have been 19th century additions.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Nave, chancel, tower and spire, south porch, north vestry.
Description of Archaeology and History
In 1866 a restoration was carried out which included the renewal of roofs and most of the window tracery.
Exterior Description
The church is constructed in the Decorated style. Architecturally, the unbuttressed tower and spire are the most significant features. The recessed stone spire is short, with only one tier of lucarnes. The south porch, slate roofs (unusual in this part of the country) and lean-to vestry on the north side of the chancel appear to have been 19th century additions. Also on the north side of the chancel is a tall Decorated window of two lights with a quatrefoil in the head. The east window is of three main lights with a traceried head.
Interior
Fixtures and fittings
Piscina (object)
Located on the south side of the sanctuary
Font (object)
1866
On four colonettes and one central pier.
Bells
Weight: 532 lbs Diameter: 29" Bell 2 of 3
Founded by John Briant 1810
Dove Bell ID: 16299 Tower ID: 17678 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Weight: 588 lbs Diameter: 30.75" Bell 3 of 3
Founded by Hugh II Watts 1615
Dove Bell ID: 16300 Tower ID: 17678 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SP 593 769
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.
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