Bell 1 of 2
Founded by John Darbie 1678
Dove Bell ID: 61059 Tower ID: 24073 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Thorpe Abbots: All Saints
Diocese of Norwich
Church, 626430
http://www.allsaintsthorpeabbotts.wordpress.comOverview
Grid reference: TM 187 789
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Church open regularly: March through to end of Sept, Sat/Sun and Bank Holidays Grade I listed building Visitor parking nearby On a footpath, trail or cycle route Wheelchair accessible Angel Roof Stained Glass
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 266 m²
Exterior Description
C13 nave and chancel. The nave with early C13 north doorway, early C14 south doorway and Perpendicular south windows. Chancel has C13 blocked north lancet. Round west tower probably C13 with C15 octagonal top stage of flint and brick with 4 bell windows alternating with 4 blind windows. Early C16 south porch, brick with diagonal buttresses, moulded brick double-chamfered arch and 2-light side windows.
As listed on Historic England website
Interior
Interior Description
Perpendicular octagonal font with 4 lions against stem and angels and signs of Evangelists against bowl. C15 screen, tall and traceried. Panelling in chancel probably early C18. Materials flint with stone dressings and tiled roofs.
As listed on Historic England website
Bells
Nominal: 1124 Hz Weight: 587 lbs Diameter: 28.88" Bell 2 of 2
Founded by Gillett & Johnston 1929
Dove Bell ID: 61060 Tower ID: 24073 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: TM 187 789
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.
Further information
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