Nominal: 1109 Hz Weight: 669 lbs Diameter: 31.25" Bell 1 of 3
Founded by Thomas II Mears 1839
Dove Bell ID: 7479 Tower ID: 12951 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Wilmington: St Mary & St Peter
Diocese of Chichester
Church, 610475
http://www.sussexdownlandchurches.org.ukOverview
Grid reference: TQ 544 42
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 239 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
In the churchyard is whats thought to be the oldest yew tree in Sussex - 1600 years. It's a 12th century church linked with Benedictine priory nearby.
Exterior Description
The belfry is covered in wooden shingles, this is known as the Sussex cap. It has Norman lancets, with some stained glass replaced in the 21st century following a fire in 2002.
Interior
Interior Description
The chancel has low ledges for seating the monks. Nave has 14th century kingposts and tie beams. 1610 Jacobean pulpit with sounding board.
Bells
Nominal: 1296.5 Hz Bell 2 of 3
Founded by William Hull 1677
Dove Bell ID: 46152 Tower ID: 12951 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1245.5 Hz Weight: 524 lbs Bell 3 of 3
Founded by Thomas II Mears 1839
Dove Bell ID: 46153 Tower ID: 12951 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: TQ 544 42
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.
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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