Nominal: 782 Hz Weight: 906 lbs Diameter: 37" Bell 1 of 8
Founded by George Lee 1615
Dove Bell ID: 7157 Tower ID: 11751 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Waverton: St Peter
Diocese of Chester
Church, 609112
http://www.stpeterswaverton.org.ukOverview
Grid reference: SJ 461 633
The first reference to a place of worship at Waverton occurs in the charter of confirmation by Earl Hugh Lupus of gifts to the new abbey of St. Werbergh in 1093. The church as it now appears is essentially the same basic shape as in the late 16th century. It consists of a central nave with a chancel to the east, having a slightly lower roof line and ceiling. To the north and south of the nave, separated by three octagonal piers, there are side aisles with former chapels at the eastern ends. There is a very substantial tower with an embattled parapet to the west of the nave.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 282 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
The first reference to a place of worship at Waverton occurs in the charter of confirmation by Earl Hugh Lupus of gifts to the new abbey of St. Werbergh in 1093. There are still traces of late Norman or Early English style of architecture seen in the rude nail-head ornament on one of the pillars on the south side of the nave.
The church as it now appears is essentially the same basic shape as in the late 16th century. The tower, which is in three stages, was erected about the time of the reign of Henry VII, (1485 - 1509). The church was thoroughly remodelled in 1845 and again in 1888 by John Douglas, thereafter comprising a chancel, south eastern chapel, clerestoried nave of three bays and aisles.
The Tower roof was re-slated in 2007 and the nave, aisles and chancel repaired and re-slated in 2011. Insulation was also inserted into the roof during this work.
Exterior Description
The church as it now appears is essentially the same basic shape as in the late 16th century. It consists of a central nave with a chancel to the East, having a slightly lower roof line and ceiling. To the North and South of the nave, separated by three octagonal piers, there are side aisles with former chapels at the Eastern ends. There is a very substantial tower with an embattled parapet to the West of the nave. This tower is in three stages. The walls of the church are constructed of ashlar red sandstone which was taken from the nearby quarry on Quarry Lane. The roof is of green Lakeland slate.
The chapel on the North side of the East end of the church was built in 1640 by John Tilston of Huxley and was known at that time as the Tilston Chapel. It later became known as the Cholmondeley Chapel and more recently as the Lady Chapel.
A four light perpendicular window dated 1888 is on the West face of the tower. There is also a weathered statue of the Virgin and Child between the shields of the Dutton and Hatton families, and a Tudor doorway.
Building Materials
Conglomerate
16th Century
Bunter Pebble Beds
Slate
16th Century
Slate
Interior
Interior Description
The church consists of a central nave with a chancel to the East, having a slightly lower roof line and ceiling. To the North and South of the nave, separated by three octagonal piers, there are side aisles with former chapels at the Eastern ends. The church was thoroughly remodelled in 1845 and again in 1888 by John Douglas, thereafter comprising a chancel, South Eastern chapel, clerestoried nave of three bays and aisles. The wooden High Altar is 19th Century and a 17th Century Parish Chest is used as the Lady Chapel Altar. On the East wall, on either side of the East Window, the Ten Commandments are painted on wooden panels. The pews and choir stalls conform to the contemporary design of the late 19th century and the floor, which is part carpeted, is flagged with sandstone.
Fixtures and fittings
Clock
Bells
Nominal: 1566 Hz Weight: 327 lbs Diameter: 23.38" Bell 2 of 8
Founded by Taylors, Eayre & Smith 2008
Dove Bell ID: 44570 Tower ID: 11751 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1479 Hz Weight: 378 lbs Diameter: 24.5" Bell 3 of 8
Founded by Taylors, Eayre & Smith 2008
Dove Bell ID: 44571 Tower ID: 11751 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Nominal: 1308 Hz Weight: 411 lbs Diameter: 26" Bell 4 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1908
Dove Bell ID: 44572 Tower ID: 11751 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1170 Hz Weight: 471 lbs Diameter: 28.06" Bell 5 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1908
Dove Bell ID: 44573 Tower ID: 11751 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1042 Hz Weight: 548 lbs Diameter: 30.25" Bell 6 of 8
Founded by George Lee 1615
Dove Bell ID: 44574 Tower ID: 11751 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 983 Hz Weight: 644 lbs Diameter: 32.25" Bell 7 of 8
Founded by George Lee 1615
Dove Bell ID: 44575 Tower ID: 11751 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 872 Hz Weight: 739 lbs Diameter: 34.5" Bell 8 of 8
Founded by George Lee 1615
Dove Bell ID: 44576 Tower ID: 11751 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SJ 461 633
Burial and War Grave Information
It is unknown whether the building is consecrated.
It is unknown whether the churchyard has been used for burial.
It is unknown whether the churchyard is used for burial.
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.
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