Nominal: 1687 Hz Weight: 227 lbs Diameter: 21" Bell 1 of 2
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1903
Dove Bell ID: 52442 Tower ID: 19214 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Cleator: St Leonard
Diocese of Carlisle
Church, 607276
https://crosslacon.netOverview
Grid reference: NY 14 134
Cleator church is first recorded during the reign of Henry I and the present chancel dates from that time but there is possibly even earlier evidence of a building phase (c. 432) in the base of some walls. Restoration took place in the 15th century and again in 1792, 1841 and 1900. Today the building appears as one complete composition of 1900, however, some of the detail is obviously original and not an attempt to recreate earlier craftsmanship in the Arts and Crafts tradition. Built of red sandstone and designed by J.H Martindale of Carlisle, it is extremely attractive and enhanced by its secret garden setting reached along a lane from the village. Work is ongoing to eradicate problems with dry rot but this has revealed the use of concrete in the last restoration. There are beautiful details to be found everywhere including internal fittings of iron and timber; truly reflecting the Arts and Crafts attention to detail. Of note is the hammer beam roof and the stained glass is an attractive and complimentary addition.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 400 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
Earlier structures
Exterior Description
II-Lych gate and quadrant walls
Building Materials
Sandstone
12th onwards
St Bees Sandstone
Slate
12th onwards
Slate
Interior
Bells
Nominal: 1500 Hz Weight: 343 lbs Diameter: 24.25" Bell 2 of 2
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1903
Dove Bell ID: 52443 Tower ID: 19214 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 14 134
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/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.
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.
Further information
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