Nominal: 574.5 Hz Weight: 3276 lbs Diameter: 56" Bell 1 of 10
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1896
Dove Bell ID: 6388 Tower ID: 14137 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Stockport: St George
Diocese of Chester
Major Parish Church, 609378
http://www.stgeorgestockport.org.ukOverview
Grid reference: SJ 899 889
The church was opened in 1897 to serve the expanding population of Stockport. It is built in the Gothic Revival style. In plan and layout it is like a great Perpendicular Gothic "wool" church such as Thaxted, or a fifteenth century town church like Rotherham, but it is arranged to suit the liturgy of the late nineteenth century, when every parish church of any size gave itself cathedral airs. The building is of Runcorn stone, and many parts of the external masonry are now showing signs of suffering from exposure to the elements for well over a century.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 1598 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
The church was designed by Paley & Austin of Lancaster, and built in 1893-1897 to offer worship of a “low church” nature as an alternative to the “high church” available in the adjacent parish of St Thomas. It is built in the Gothic Revival style, and has been described by the late Lord Fisher as the finest parish church built since the Reformation, and by Pevsner as “...even nationally speaking, a masterpiece”. In plan and layout it is like a great Perpendicular Gothic "wool" church such as Thaxted, or a fifteenth century town church like Rotherham, but it is arranged to suit the liturgy of the late nineteenth century, when every parish church of any size gave itself cathedral airs.
The building is of Runcorn stone, and many parts of the external masonry are now showing signs of suffering from exposure to the elements for well over a century. Significant repairs, primarily to parts of the roof, were undertaken about 20 years ago.
Electric lighting was first introduced in 1926, replaced in 1954 and updated in 1968. The church is currently lit internally by sodium lights throughout the main nave with discharge flood-lamps within the aisles, crossing and chancel, which were installed circa 1990. The spire and certain other parts of the church are lit at night by external spotlights.
Heating is provided by four gas powered boilers situated at basement level, using the original large diameter heating pipes and radiators, many of which are hidden behind the wainscoting.
Exterior Description
The church was designed by Paley & Austin of Lancaster, and built in 1893-1897 to offer worship of a “low church” nature as an alternative to the “high church” available in the adjacent parish of St Thomas. It is built in the Gothic Revival style. The building is of Runcorn stone, and many parts of the external masonry are now showing signs of suffering from exposure to the elements for well over a century. Significant repairs, primarily to parts of the roof, were undertaken about 20 years ago.
Building Materials
Sandstone
1896-7
Runcorn Red Sandstone
Interior
Interior Description
The Pulpit is formed of selected pieces of Runcorn stone. On the outside, six niches are filled with figures of saints. A bronze handrail was added in 1931. A carved oak sounding board was added in 1948. The Font rests on a base of red Mansfield stone, shaped like a Maltese Cross, which stands at the west end of the church within the main entrances. The Font is made of Derbyshire alabaster, believed to be from Chellaston near Derby, and is wreathed in architectural foliage.
Bells
Nominal: 1467.5 Hz Weight: 672 lbs Diameter: 29" Bell 2 of 10
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1896
Dove Bell ID: 40642 Tower ID: 14137 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1306.5 Hz Weight: 728 lbs Diameter: 30.5" Bell 3 of 10
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1896
Dove Bell ID: 40643 Tower ID: 14137 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1160.5 Hz Weight: 784 lbs Diameter: 32.5" Bell 4 of 10
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1896
Dove Bell ID: 40644 Tower ID: 14137 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1092 Hz Weight: 896 lbs Diameter: 34" Bell 5 of 10
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1896
Dove Bell ID: 40645 Tower ID: 14137 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 964.5 Hz Weight: 1036 lbs Diameter: 36.25" Bell 6 of 10
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1896
Dove Bell ID: 40646 Tower ID: 14137 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 857.5 Hz Weight: 1204 lbs Diameter: 39" Bell 7 of 10
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1896
Dove Bell ID: 40647 Tower ID: 14137 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 762.5 Hz Weight: 1456 lbs Diameter: 42.5" Bell 8 of 10
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1896
Dove Bell ID: 40648 Tower ID: 14137 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 725.5 Hz Weight: 1736 lbs Diameter: 45" Bell 9 of 10
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1896
Dove Bell ID: 40649 Tower ID: 14137 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 648 Hz Weight: 2324 lbs Diameter: 49.5" Bell 10 of 10
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1896
Dove Bell ID: 40650 Tower ID: 14137 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SJ 899 889
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.
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.
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