Nominal: 1433 Hz Diameter: 23" Bell 1 of 1
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1901
Dove Bell ID: 50735 Tower ID: 18152 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Barrow-in-Furness: St Matthew
Diocese of Carlisle
Closed Church, 607164
Victorian/Pre-WW1
Overview
Grid reference: SD 200 703
The present building was consecrated on 21st October 1967. The church was designed by Schomberg Scott of Edinburgh but the design in not inspired. The internal pace is, perhaps, the most surprising and best feature. A portal frame constructed from timber laminate beams allows for a large uninterrupted single space. The church is constructed of a depressing coloured brick with windows of a vertical emphasis. There is a combined Nave and Chancel with ancillary accommodation to the north. There is a gallery at the west end with a slightly sunken Baptistery which houses the font from the previous church.
Visiting and facilities
Building is closed for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Ground plan:
W baptistery, S porch with S tower, nave and chancel undifferentiated, meeting rooms to N.
Description of Archaeology and History
To come
Exterior Description
To come
Building Fabric and Features
Nave
20th century
Chancel
20th century
Baptistery
20th century
Porch
20th century
Tower (component)
20th century
Building Materials
Brick
20th century
Breeze Block
20th century
Stone
20th century
Concrete
20th century jambs to windows
Painted Plaster
20th century interior
Steel
20th century roof sheets
Wood
20th century flooring
Interior
Interior Description
The interior of the church is a large, spacious area with six full length windows on each elevation, N and S, and six smaller square windows to the S. Both the E and W ends are set back, the E end coloured a vivid mustard yellow. Each bay has two arched braces in timber, carried on projecting responds that frame the windows.
The sanctuary is raised on a semi-circular dais but is otherwise not distinguished from the remainder of the church. It has abstract stained glass windows to l and r.
The baptistery to the W is also set back accessed by a short flight of steps and screened from the nave. It has double width windows to N and S. Above it is the ‘organ loft’, a W gallery with a glass and timber balustrade. The W wall is composed of alternating recessed panels. To l and r of the gallery are openwork screens composed of vertical slats.
The meeting rooms have plain interiors with assorted modern fittings, modern timber doors, carpet and windows. To the E of the meeting rooms is a small chapel, with a row of six vertical windows at the E end of the N wall. It also has hardwood floors, and plain, plastered and painted walls. It is accessed by sliding glass doors to the S. A corridor runs along the N side of the church, separating the nave from the meeting rooms.
Fixtures and fittings
Altar
19th century Neo-gothic and dating from the earlier church. Donated by Sir Alfred Barrow, the church’s greatest benefactor and Mayor of the borough.
Altar
20th century 1960s altar in side chapel, matches baptistery screen/altar rails. Presumably designed by the architect.
Pulpit
20th century Plain timber pulpits of 1960s to l and r of the altar, one with cross on main cover, one with diamond. Presumably designed by the architect.
Font (component)
19th century Pink stone font with timber cover, in baptistery.
Pew (component)
20th century Plain timber pews form an attractive ensemble.
Rail
20th century Timber rail on timber struts.
Organ (component)
20th century Modern electric.
Plaque (component)
20th century • Plaque in vestry to George Meaby, the first priest of the parish, d. 1906 • Plaque to Captain Alfred James Barrow, d. 1918 (as a POW in Germany)
Stained Glass
20th century Abstract 1960s stained glass in windows to l and r of the sanctuary.
Bells
Portable Furnishings and Artworks
One Victorian and one modern Priest's chair.
Registers dating from 1878.
Churchyard
Grid reference: SD 200 703
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.
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.
Further information
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