Diameter: 15.88" Bell 1 of 3
Dove Bell ID: 51234 Tower ID: 18489 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Eskdale: St Catherine
Diocese of Carlisle
Church, 607283
http://www.eskdalebenefice.org.ukOverview
Grid reference: NY 175 2
A beautiful setting for this church with stepping stones bridging the Esk beyond the churchyard. The building is low and squat with the roof dominating the composition. As the guide book says little is known of the history but in 1445 the people of Eskdale petitioned the Pope and the chapel was promoted to a parish church (it has been suggested that one of the bells, now inside the church, dates from this time). There have obviously been many alterations with the East window, of three lights, in the Decorated style; However, the top of the window has been truncated and it must originally have been pointed. The church was rebuilt in 1881 when, unfortunately, ancient stained glass and timber fittings were lost. The font is of interest and is again in the Decorated style although its age is subject to interpretation. The carvings include St. Catherines wheel and an ancient marigold design found on Roman altars and early Christian tombstones.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 180 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
Earlier chapel/font
Exterior Description
To come
Interior
Bells
C♯
Nominal: 2166 Hz Weight: 76 lbs Diameter: 14.88" Bell 2 of 3
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1955
Dove Bell ID: 51235 Tower ID: 18489 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
A♯
Nominal: 1820 Hz Weight: 138 lbs Diameter: 17.88" Bell 3 of 3
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1955
Dove Bell ID: 51236 Tower ID: 18489 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 175 2
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.
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 | Yes |
| 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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