Nominal: 844 Hz Weight: 822 lbs Diameter: 36.5" Bell 1 of 8
Founded by William Dobson 1831
Dove Bell ID: 3777 Tower ID: 10138 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Kirkby Ireleth: St Cuthbert
Diocese of Carlisle
Church, 607177
http://www.stcuthbertskirkby.co.ukOverview
Grid reference: SD 233 821
An ancient church and its dedication may well reflect the flight west of the Monks from Lindisfarne, with the body of St Cuthbert, before the Danish invasion. The present church is believed to have been built by Roger de Kirby and there is a modern wooden plaque which shows the list of vicars from 1197. The original tower fell down in 1657 whilst the bells were being rung but was not replaced until 1829. The earliest parts of the church are of Norman origin, evident in the Norman arch of the south doorway, which is still one of the most striking images we can see today. In the north wall of the chancel there is also a deeply recessed Norman window but on the opposite wall, where one would expect to see another, only its outline remains following the 1884 Victorian restoration. There is even Norman stained glass in the south chancel window believed to represent the dying St Cuthbert. Two oak chests, cut from solid blocks, have been carbon dated and the timber is 2000 years old. There are a number of happy modern interventions including a 1950s door with decorated panels.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 360 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
None known.
Exterior Description
To come
Interior
Bells
Nominal: 1688 Hz Weight: 348 lbs Diameter: 23.5" Bell 2 of 8
Founded by John Taylor Bellfounders Ltd 2000
Dove Bell ID: 27267 Tower ID: 10138 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1574 Hz Weight: 404 lbs Diameter: 24.5" Bell 3 of 8
Founded by John Taylor Bellfounders Ltd 2000
Dove Bell ID: 27268 Tower ID: 10138 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1407 Hz Weight: 461 lbs Diameter: 26.38" Bell 4 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1908
Dove Bell ID: 27269 Tower ID: 10138 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1266 Hz Weight: 410 lbs Diameter: 27" Bell 5 of 8
Founded by William Dobson 1831
Dove Bell ID: 27270 Tower ID: 10138 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1125.5 Hz Weight: 449 lbs Diameter: 28.63" Bell 6 of 8
Founded by William Dobson 1831
Dove Bell ID: 27271 Tower ID: 10138 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1061 Hz Weight: 469 lbs Diameter: 28.88" Bell 7 of 8
Founded by William Dobson 1831
Dove Bell ID: 27272 Tower ID: 10138 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 950 Hz Weight: 739 lbs Diameter: 33.25" Bell 8 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1908
Dove Bell ID: 27273 Tower ID: 10138 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SD 233 821
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/building is consecrated.
The churchyard has been used for burial.
The churchyard is used for burial.
The churchyard is closed for burial by order in council.
The date of the burial closure order is Area surrounding church closed
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 | 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.
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