Weight: 452 lbs Diameter: 26.25" Bell 1 of 2
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1903
Dove Bell ID: 57715 Tower ID: 22166 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Monkwearmouth: St Peter
Diocese of Durham
Major Parish Church, 613170
http://www.monkwearmouthcofe.comOverview
Grid reference: NZ 401 577
The original church of St Peter's was built on instructions from Benedict Biscop in 674-75. The west wall and porch os the current building are from this date. The rest of the church has been added and adapted over time. The tower was added on top of the porch before AD1000. The rest of the church was built in the 14th century. The remains of Anglo-Saxon carvings can be seen inside the porch.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
The church is free to visit and open from 10am-3pm every day. There is a cafe and toilet facilities. Car parking available within the church grounds, as well as a large car park at the National Glass Centre close by.
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 669 m²
Interior
Bells
Weight: 535 lbs Diameter: 28.5" Bell 2 of 2
Founded by Mears & Stainbank 1903
Dove Bell ID: 57716 Tower ID: 22166 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NZ 401 577
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.
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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