Chellington: St Nicholas
Overview
Grid reference: SP 960 563
Approached from the south the main architectural features of the building are the tower, the lower stage reaching above the level of the nave and the upper stage leading by broaches directly to the 14th century spire, clerestoried nave and south aisle, and chancel. The nave and aisle roofs are of felt, replacing lead stolen some years ago, and the chancel roof covering is of tiles.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
Chancel, nave with north and south aisles, south porch, west tower with spire.
Description of Archaeology and History
The church includes Early English, Decorated and Perpendicular work.
Exterior Description
Approached from the south the main architectural features of the building are the tower, the lower stage reaching above the level of the nave and the upper stage leading by broaches directly to the 14th century spire, clerestoried nave and south aisle, and chancel. The nave and aisle roofs are of felt, replacing lead stolen some years ago, and the chancel roof covering is of tiles. At the south-east corner of the chancel is an oviform neo-classical sarcophagus with a gadrooned rim and lid. The south aisle is Decorated, with flowing tracery in the easternmost and westernmost windows; the third window, east of the porch, has Perpendicular tracery like those of the three clerestory windows on either side. The chancel north and south windows are also Decorated, of two principal lights like that at the western end of the south aisle, while the east window of the chancel shows a leaning towards the Perpendicular in the way in which its two mullions reach up into the arch. The north aisle is Early English, and at its east and west ends are still small lancet openings; towards the east is a large three-light Decorated window of the same pattern as that in the south aisle opposite and there is a north doorway with triangular hoodmould, two orders of attached shafts, and some dog-tooth ornamentation. There is a stone corbel-table, with indentations, on this aisle only. The most notable feature of the building is undoubtedly the spire built, like much of the church, of roughly coursed and dressed masonry. The top third is of more finely dressed stone and was rebuilt, probably, in the 17th century. There are two tiers of lucarnes, the lower tier being of two-light openings similar in character though more slender than those of the belfry stage. The upper lucarnes, in the re-built stage, consist of single treoil-headed openings with triangular hood-moulds.
Building Fabric and Features
Stained Glass
Some 17th century fragments in the east window.
Interior
Interior Description
The north arcade has quatrefoil piers with one chamfer and one hollow chamfer and is clearly of the date of the east and west windows of the aisle; the south arcade has octagonal piers of standard 14th century pattern. The tower arch, which dies into the imposts, and the chancel arch both appear to be of the later date. Floor, pews, lectern and roof structure appear to be 19th century (though the tie-beams and braces of the roof may be earlier).
Fixtures and fittings
Pulpit
With Jacobean panels and 19th century base.
Font (object)
13th Century
Mill-wheel shaped bowl supported on central pier and four attached columns.
Sundial
c. 16th Century
On the south aisle wall: face worn, gnomon broken off. Latin inscription becoming illegible.
Churchyard
Grid reference: SP 960 563
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.
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