Nominal: 1076 Hz Weight: 483 lbs Diameter: 29.13" Bell 1 of 3
Founded by Oliver Cor 1726
Dove Bell ID: 3971 Tower ID: 15106 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: eighth Cracked: No
Letcombe Bassett: St Michael & All Angels
Overview
Grid reference: SU 373 849
A small Norman church, comprising chancel, nave and Victorian transept. A small square tower at the west end. Set in about one and a half acres of yard nestling under a hill leading up to the Ridgeway. There are three bells dating back to 1576. To the south and adjoining is an area of ground believed to have housed the original Manor house of the village. To the west are good views of the Devil’s Punch bowl.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 190 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
To the south and adjoining is an area of ground believed to have housed the original
Manor house of the village.
Exterior Description
A small Norman church, comprising chancel, nave and Victorian transept. A small
square tower at the west end.
Building Fabric and Features
Chancel
Nave
Transept
Victorian
Tower (component)
Interior
Bells
Nominal: 1319 Hz Weight: 304 lbs Diameter: 24.25" Bell 2 of 3
Founded by William II Knight 1576
Dove Bell ID: 28229 Tower ID: 15106 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: eighth Cracked: No
Nominal: 1173 Hz Weight: 300 lbs Diameter: 26.75" Bell 3 of 3
Founded by William II Knight 1576
Dove Bell ID: 28230 Tower ID: 15106 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: eighth Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: SU 373 849
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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