Weight: 186 lbs Diameter: 19.88" Bell 1 of 1
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1971
Dove Bell ID: 55363 Tower ID: 20884 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Highters Heath: Immanuel
Overview
Grid reference: SP 82 783
The parish of Immanuel came into existence on 26 March 1938 in order to provide worship space for the increasing numbers of people moving into the area. Plans for the church had been drawn up in 1937, by William Harvey of Harvey & Wicks (architects), in a Modern Byzantine style.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Description of Archaeology and History
The parish of Immanuel came into existence on 26 March 1938 in order to provide worship space for the increasing numbers of people moving into the area. Plans for the church had been drawn up in 1937, by William Harvey of Harvey & Wicks (architects), in a Modern Byzantine style. It is one of three in the region, including Bournville Village. The foundation stone was laid on 13 May 1939. The first phase of the building, comprising the nave only (with seats for 124), was consecrated on 25 May 1940. The outbreak of WW2 in 1939 meant that further work was delayed. A temporary wooden wall with a small wooden vestry was erected at the East end.
The vicarage was completed in 1963 (usage ceased in 2017). In 1964/65 the sanctuary, chancel, lady chapel (with seats for 32), vestries and choir gallery were added. It has a two-manual pipe organ in good repair. The gardens at the front of the church were completed in August 1987 with the proceeds of an appeal.
Interior
Interior Description
The interior of the church is spacious, and the acoustics are excellent. Fixed items of furniture include: the main altar, cross on east wall, organ console, two stone pulpits (one each on north and south sides), font (built into south pulpit). There is a notional bell tower with an electric bell. The choir gallery houses the organ pipes. Movable items include: altar rail, choir stalls, piano, chairs (no pews), font (traditional design), wooden lectern, various prayer desks, wooden Roll of Honour of those who died in WW2, and a list on a wooden board of incumbents of the parish. Registers, communion plate and other items of value are kept in the vestry safe; these are modest yet well-designed. There is a Book of Remembrance in a free-standing wooden case.
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: SP 82 783
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/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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