Diameter: 17" Bell 1 of 3
Founded by William Packer (Newcastle) 1729
Dove Bell ID: 51238 Tower ID: 18491 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Bootle: St Michael
Overview
Grid reference: SD 107 883
There is a very useful display inside the building chronicling the alterations to the church. As Pevsner says it is "Ancient" but much altered with the transepts of 1837 and the west tower of c. 1860- 80. Built of rubble stone walls in the distinctive pink sandstone with ashlar dressings the roof is of slate. The east window is attributed to Hardman but the chancel north window of 1899 showing the Adoration of the Shepherds and by Holiday is a joy. Pevsner is dismissive of the transept windows by Ward and Hughes but this is a matter of taste as they make a positive contribution to the overall significance. Internally a small wall brass commemorates Sir Hugh Askew who died in 1562. There is confusion over the date of the font although carved initials could relate to the rector R. Brown c. 1535 (like the church itself the font has been much altered). The village cross of 1897 is by the architects Paley and Austin and sits in the churchyard.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 388 m²
Exterior Description
2x II- Sundial, Shaw monument
Interior
Bells
Diameter: 19.5" Bell 2 of 3
Founded by S R 1790
Dove Bell ID: 51239 Tower ID: 18491 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Diameter: 33" Bell 3 of 3
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1879
Dove Bell ID: 51240 Tower ID: 18491 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SD 107 883
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/building is consecrated.
The churchyard has been used for burial.
The churchyard is used for burial.
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.
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