Nominal: 1174.7 Hz Weight: 571 lbs Diameter: 29" Bell 1 of 10
Founded by John Taylor & Co 2017
Dove Bell ID: 4687 Tower ID: 15222 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Moresby: St Bridget
Diocese of Carlisle
Church, 607295
This church is on the Heritage at Risk Register (verified 2025-11-06)
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Overview
Grid reference: NX 982 210
Proximity to a known Roman settlement gives the church added significance. The simple 13th century chancel arch next to the church marks the continuity of occupation and worship on this site too. The church was built in 1823 by G Crauford, architect, and the chancel was added in 1885 in a remarkably convincing Georgian style. The rest of the interior (including a western gallery) is of 1885 too, but an octagonal medieval font still survives in the building. All the glass appears to be early 20th century.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 295 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
Roman Fort (128?) and extensive civilian settlement close by
Exterior Description
2xII- Medieval Chancel Arch and C19 Brittons Tomb in grounds
Interior
Bells
Nominal: 2352.8 Hz Weight: 187 lbs Diameter: 18.5" Bell 2 of 10
Founded by John Taylor & Co 2017
Dove Bell ID: 31880 Tower ID: 15222 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 2220.4 Hz Weight: 196 lbs Diameter: 19" Bell 3 of 10
Founded by John Taylor & Co 2017
Dove Bell ID: 31881 Tower ID: 15222 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1970 Hz Weight: 222 lbs Diameter: 20" Bell 4 of 10
Founded by John Taylor & Co 2017
Dove Bell ID: 31882 Tower ID: 15222 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1762 Hz Weight: 240 lbs Diameter: 21" Bell 5 of 10
Founded by John Taylor & Co 2017
Dove Bell ID: 31883 Tower ID: 15222 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1566.3 Hz Weight: 272 lbs Diameter: 22.4" Bell 6 of 10
Founded by John Taylor & Co 2017
Dove Bell ID: 31884 Tower ID: 15222 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1481.7 Hz Weight: 304 lbs Diameter: 23.4" Bell 7 of 10
Founded by John Taylor & Co 2017
Dove Bell ID: 31885 Tower ID: 15222 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1318.6 Hz Weight: 407 lbs Diameter: 26" Bell 8 of 10
Founded by John Taylor & Co 2017
Dove Bell ID: 31886 Tower ID: 15222 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Diameter: 15.75" Bell 9 of 10
Founded by Unidentified (inscribed)
Dove Bell ID: 31887 Tower ID: 15222 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: turned Cracked: No
Diameter: 17" Bell 10 of 10
Founded by Unidentified (inscribed)
Dove Bell ID: 31888 Tower ID: 15222 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: turned Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NX 982 210
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.
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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