Diameter: 14" Bell 1 of 2
Founded by Robert Orrell 1621
Dove Bell ID: 52725 Tower ID: 19366 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Corney: St John the Baptist
Overview
Grid reference: SD 112 913
Another "Ancient" church and again much altered but it does not appear to matter that most of what we see is of the 1882 restoration; there is a feeling of tranquility. The beautiful setting and the buildings long history combine to create an interesting place. According to Mannix and Whelan (1847) the church was "a plain edifice with a belfry containing two bells" and the vestry was added in 1847. There are traces of two ancient doorways, one leading into the nave on the north side and the other into the chancel on the south side. In Corney History compiled by S. Awmack there are Victorian descriptions of "at least 50 sculls" being found under the church floor during renovations. The windows are Victorian 'Gothic' in style and apparently replaced, during the restoration, much simpler versions. The Victorian restoration also revealed evidence of original Medieval Gothic windows.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Description of Archaeology and History
Ancient burial place
Interior
Bells
Diameter: 18" Bell 2 of 2
Founded by Robert Orrell 1614
Dove Bell ID: 52726 Tower ID: 19366 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SD 112 913
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.
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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