Weight: 2352 lbs Diameter: 49" Bell 1 of 1
Founded by John Rudhall 1795
Dove Bell ID: 53550 Tower ID: 19868 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Eccles: St Andrew
Diocese of Manchester
Church, 624048
http://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/15811Overview
Grid reference: SJ 774 987
St. Andrew’s Church is a Grade II* listed building, its significance lies in its design, size light and the beautiful Victorian decorative features having been retained and maintained, especially the stained glass windows. Built between 1877 and 1879, it was designed by the Manchester architect Herbert Edward Tijou, in 14th Century style.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Dimensions:
The stone church is 126.5 feet long by 55 feet.
Footprint of Church buildings: 755 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
Built between 1877 and 1879, it was designed by the Manchester architect Herbert Edward Tijou, in 14th Century style. The tower was completed in 1889 to a modified design by J S Crowther and houses a single bell. The bell was cast by I: Rudhall for St Peter’s Church Manchester in 1795.
Interior
Interior Description
The interior of St Andrew’s was very plain at first apart from a marble font and pulpit, the church was beautified over several decades. Notably, the capitals of the columns, apostles’ heads and angel corbels were carved, the organ and an 19th Century reredos were installed in the 1880s. The stained glass windows were added between the late 1880s and 1920. The three east windows above the Communion Table depict scenes from the gospels beginning with Jesus' birth, followed by his death and resurrection. They were designed and made in 1886 by Charles Kempe, one of the finest Victorian stained glass makers. The oak pews in the aisles came from Manchester Cathedral in 1893 and the central nave pews were installed in 1918. The Minton herringbone tiled floor and oak panelling, the Last Supper reredos, Communion rail, choir stalls and wrought iron organ loft were all installed in the chancel between 1898 and 1902 to celebrate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee.
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: SJ 774 987
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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