Nominal: 663 Hz Weight: 1845 lbs Diameter: 46" Bell 1 of 9
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1887
Dove Bell ID: 3591 Tower ID: 10969 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Irton: St Paul
Diocese of Carlisle
Church, 607290
http://www.eskdalebenefice.org.ukOverview
Grid reference: NY 91 4
The church stands triumphant on a mound surrounded by the graveyard and appears totally appropriate for its setting. The site is historically significant and is marked by the Irton Cross which Pevsner describes as one of the most important ones in Cumberland: as the guide book says it stands on the crossing of four ancient tracks, in its original socket stone and is the oldest indicator of Christian worship in Irton. The present church replaced an earlier one in 1856 and was designed by Miles Thompson of Kendal. Perpendicular in style it consists of a nave and chancel with a West Tower and is so typical of a small Victorian church. To commemorate Queen Victorias Golden Jubilee in 1887 the church was extended and renovated including the introduction of the present timber roof. The Victorian passion for stained glass is reflected in the work of Burne-Jones and manufactured by Morris & Co.. There are two examples of their work here showing St Paul, the Tiburtine Sibyl, St Agnes and St Catherine. The peel of eight bells is considered unusual.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 322 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
Irton cross/earlier church
Exterior Description
II- Memorial
Interior
Bells
Weight: 705 lbs Diameter: 29.5" Bell 2 of 9
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1887
Dove Bell ID: 26246 Tower ID: 10969 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Weight: 753 lbs Diameter: 30.5" Bell 3 of 9
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1887
Dove Bell ID: 26247 Tower ID: 10969 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Weight: 785 lbs Diameter: 32" Bell 4 of 9
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1887
Dove Bell ID: 26248 Tower ID: 10969 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Weight: 835 lbs Diameter: 34" Bell 5 of 9
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1887
Dove Bell ID: 26249 Tower ID: 10969 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Weight: 921 lbs Diameter: 36" Bell 6 of 9
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1887
Dove Bell ID: 26250 Tower ID: 10969 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Weight: 1149 lbs Diameter: 38" Bell 7 of 9
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1887
Dove Bell ID: 26251 Tower ID: 10969 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Weight: 1350 lbs Diameter: 41" Bell 8 of 9
Founded by John Warner & Sons 1887
Dove Bell ID: 26252 Tower ID: 10969 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Bell 9 of 9
1715
Dove Bell ID: 26253 Tower ID: 10969 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 91 4
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
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| Name | Status | Number found in this site |
|---|---|---|
| Common yew | Veterantree | 1 |
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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