Nominal: 552 Hz Weight: 3642 lbs Diameter: 57" Bell 1 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1901
Dove Bell ID: 151 Tower ID: 12386 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: unturned Cracked: No
Ambleside: St Mary
Overview
Grid reference: NY 373 43
Built between 1850 and 1854 the church is attributed, in the listing description, to the architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott but he wasnt born until 1880. The architect was in fact his grandfather Sir George Gilbert Scott. A less ornate Gothic style than many Victorian churches its design is said to be an early example of the influence of the Oxford Movement, an affiliate of High Church Anglicans. There are also associations with the architects Austin and Paley who added the octagonal choir vestry in 1889. As with a number of the churches in the area there are examples of stained glass by Henry Holiday amongst others. The interior is enlivened by twentieth century additions including the Mural of 1944 depicting the rush-bearing procession. This was created by Gordon Ransom during the evacuation of the Royal College of Art and it is stunning in its use of subliminal pastel colours. There are also sculptures by the internationally renowned artist Josefina de Vasconcellos who lived in Ambleside.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 777 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
To come
Exterior Description
To come
Building Materials
Sandstone
19th Century
Carboniferous Sandstone
Slate
19th Century
Slate
Interior
Fixtures and fittings
Clock
20th Century located in Tower made by WilliamPotts & Sons from Leeds in 1901
Historical Notes
1901 - 1901
Period Qualifier: 2
Bells
Nominal: 1104 Hz Weight: 815 lbs Diameter: 32.38" Bell 2 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1901
Dove Bell ID: 8478 Tower ID: 12386 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 1040 Hz Weight: 853 lbs Diameter: 33.25" Bell 3 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1901
Dove Bell ID: 8479 Tower ID: 12386 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 922 Hz Weight: 998 lbs Diameter: 36.38" Bell 4 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1901
Dove Bell ID: 8480 Tower ID: 12386 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 828.5 Hz Weight: 1247 lbs Diameter: 39.13" Bell 5 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1901
Dove Bell ID: 8481 Tower ID: 12386 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 736.5 Hz Weight: 1590 lbs Diameter: 42.88" Bell 6 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1901
Dove Bell ID: 8482 Tower ID: 12386 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 693.5 Hz Weight: 1884 lbs Diameter: 45.5" Bell 7 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1901
Dove Bell ID: 8483 Tower ID: 12386 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Nominal: 621.5 Hz Weight: 2506 lbs Diameter: 50.25" Bell 8 of 8
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1901
Dove Bell ID: 8484 Tower ID: 12386 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Turnings: quarter Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NY 373 43
Burial and War Grave Information
The church/building is consecrated.
The churchyard has been used for burial.
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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