Nominal: 873 Hz Weight: 1302 lbs Diameter: 39.63" Bell 1 of 8
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1872
Dove Bell ID: 883 Tower ID: 16242 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Windermere: St Martin
Diocese of Carlisle
Church, 607266
http://www.stmartin.org.ukOverview
Grid reference: SD 402 969
The foundations of the present building include fragments of a church dating from 1203 which was burnt down in 1480. As one would expect of such an ancient church it has undergone many alterations to meet changing demands and this adds to its charm. The architects Paley and Austin enlarged and restored the church in 1870 and much of what you now see, including the marble Reredos, reflects this (it is also well documented). Most of the mural decoration, apart from a 16th century element above a window, dates from this time. Another element of the 1870 restoration was the East Window which is universally praised. The stained glass is mostly from the 15th century but some of the images at the top are believed to date from 1260 having survived vandalism by Cromwells soldiers. A very good collection and contents with paintings and Plate including a Cup and Cover Paten from1682. The introduction of the glazed Curwen Screen below the tower in 2000 is a welcome contemporary addition.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 737 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
To come
Exterior Description
The listed tomb of Rasselas Belfield and is surrounded by ancient yew trees. It contains a memorial marking the end of the Boer War, but no names are listed thereon.
Building Materials
Sandstone
15th onwards
Carboniferous Sandstone
Slate
15th onwards
Bannisdale Slate
Interior
Bells
Nominal: 1749 Hz Weight: 574 lbs Diameter: 26" Bell 2 of 8
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1872
Dove Bell ID: 12280 Tower ID: 16242 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1647 Hz Weight: 610 lbs Diameter: 27.25" Bell 3 of 8
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1872
Dove Bell ID: 12281 Tower ID: 16242 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1468 Hz Weight: 670 lbs Diameter: 28.88" Bell 4 of 8
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1872
Dove Bell ID: 12282 Tower ID: 16242 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1313 Hz Weight: 676 lbs Diameter: 30.5" Bell 5 of 8
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1872
Dove Bell ID: 12283 Tower ID: 16242 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1168 Hz Weight: 810 lbs Diameter: 32.75" Bell 6 of 8
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1872
Dove Bell ID: 12284 Tower ID: 16242 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1100 Hz Weight: 814 lbs Diameter: 34" Bell 7 of 8
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1872
Dove Bell ID: 12285 Tower ID: 16242 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 982 Hz Weight: 966 lbs Diameter: 36.13" Bell 8 of 8
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1872
Dove Bell ID: 12286 Tower ID: 16242 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SD 402 969
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/building is consecrated.
The churchyard has been used for burial.
It is unknown whether the churchyard is used for burial.
The churchyard is closed for burial by order in council.
The date of the burial closure order is 1855/6
It is unknown whether the churchyard has war graves.
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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