Nominal: 680 Hz Weight: 1466 lbs Diameter: 44.5" Bell 1 of 8
Founded by Charles & George Mears 1857
Dove Bell ID: 5725 Tower ID: 10489 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
St Bees: St Mary & St Bega
Overview
Grid reference: NX 968 121
Although the residential buildings of the Norman Priory have gone, much of the Norman and early English church survives. Important early stones in the church lapidarium yard. Restored in Normal revival style in 1855-68 by William Butterfield whose metal Chancel Screen of 1886 is outstanding. Associated with School of 1587 and later Theological College (1817 to 1894) which challenged Oxford and Cambridge in importance. Church associated with Canon Richard Parkinson, charismatic College Principal and friend of Wordsworth and other national figures. Internationally recognised Church Organ by Henry Willis I and sculptures by the late internationally acclaimed sculptress Josephina de Vasconcellos which were donated to the priory church.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Bell ringing Regular choir Live music and concerts Guide tours and guidebook available Accessible toilets available Visitor toilets, baby changing facilities and parking available Assistance dogs welcome
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 829 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
St Bees Man'; Early stones in yard
Exterior Description
3xI; 4xII- Music room, 10th Century medieval cross; and lintel Lych Gate (Grade II); War Memorial by Lych Gate
Building Materials
Sandstone
12th onwards
St Bees Sandstone
Slate
12th onwards
Slate
Interior
Bells
Nominal: 1360 Hz Weight: 448 lbs Diameter: 26.75" Bell 2 of 8
Founded by Charles & George Mears 1857
Dove Bell ID: 37292 Tower ID: 10489 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1275 Hz Weight: 493 lbs Diameter: 28.25" Bell 3 of 8
Founded by Charles & George Mears 1857
Dove Bell ID: 37293 Tower ID: 10489 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1133 Hz Weight: 563 lbs Diameter: 30.5" Bell 4 of 8
Founded by Charles & George Mears 1857
Dove Bell ID: 37294 Tower ID: 10489 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 1020 Hz Weight: 642 lbs Diameter: 32.5" Bell 5 of 8
Founded by Charles & George Mears 1857
Dove Bell ID: 37295 Tower ID: 10489 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 907 Hz Weight: 693 lbs Diameter: 34.5" Bell 6 of 8
Founded by Charles & George Mears 1857
Dove Bell ID: 37296 Tower ID: 10489 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 850 Hz Weight: 816 lbs Diameter: 36.5" Bell 7 of 8
Founded by Charles & George Mears 1857
Dove Bell ID: 37297 Tower ID: 10489 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Nominal: 765 Hz Weight: 946 lbs Diameter: 38.5" Bell 8 of 8
Founded by Charles & George Mears 1857
Dove Bell ID: 37298 Tower ID: 10489 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Churchyard
Grid reference: NX 968 121
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
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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