Diameter: 13" Bell 1 of 1
Dove Bell ID: 61713 Tower ID: 24459 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Wasdale Head: St Olaf
Diocese of Carlisle
Church, 607301
http://www.wasdalehead.churchOverview
Grid reference: NY 188 86
A very small and simple church but with fascinating historic connections. As Bill Bailey says in his book the earliest reference to the church at Wasdale Head was made about 1550 but prior to 1970s it had no name. In fact the Church was only dedicated to St Olaf by the Bishop of Carlisle in 1977. The exterior is plain and simple with rendered rubble walls, a slate roof and a bellcote. The interior is fascinating with four original? roof trusses said to have come from Viking ships. Originally the church had an earth floor with few seats and no glass in the windows but as with so many early churches this one was restored in 1892. The roof was repaired in 1936 when some timbers were replaced. Is it the original font that sits in a recess in the west wall? The Victorian iron wall lamps are of interest and contribute to the quaint yet peaceful interior. The church appears to be well visited by walkers. There is a silver cup of 1565 that is still in use.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 86 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
Further investigation required
Interior
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 188 86
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/building is consecrated.
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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