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Founded by Unidentified (inscribed) 1795
Dove Bell ID: 59622 Tower ID: 23269 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Setmurthy: St Barnabas
Diocese of Carlisle
Church, 607337
http://www.binsey.org.ukOverview
Grid reference: NY 184 322
The first view from the roadway is of a simple, single cell chapel with a bell tower set well back. However, from behind and above, it presents quite a different image, very much reminiscent of exotic middle or eastern European churches with their clusters of octagonal additions. We do not know who designed the tower and baptistery, so it is not possible to trace the inspiration for this exotic treatment, but it seems to be totally out-with the usual ecclesiastical architectural traditions of the region. The timber carved panels and door frame of the 1880s, display a design and an ambitious skill in execution and topic which is unique to this church and they are worthy of further research. As is the dinky little font, whose origin is a fascinating mystery it was presented to the church by the incumbent in the 1840s but no mention is made of where it came from. Did it have any relationship with the early Setmurthy Chapel first mentioned in 1225 and rebuilt in 1794 or was it lifted from somewhere else? Church has strong associations with the Fishers of Higham Hall, now a County Council training centre.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 70 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
To come
Exterior Description
There is one headstone in memory of John Marston which is looked after by the War Graves Commission.
Interior
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 184 322
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/building is consecrated.
The churchyard has been used for burial.
The churchyard is used for burial.
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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