Nominal: 1136 Hz Weight: 460 lbs Diameter: 28.13" Bell 1 of 1
Founded by John Taylor & Co 1908
Dove Bell ID: 3081 Tower ID: 10004 - View Tower Listed: No Canons: Removed Cracked: No
Hardwick: St Mary
Overview
Grid reference: TL 372 586
The earliest reference to a church in Hardwick is from 1217, although the current church, which is built in the Perpendicular style from field stones with clunch window dressings, dates largely from the 14th and 15th centuries. The building is very simple, comprising chancel, nave, western tower with spire, a south facing porch and a Victorian vestry.
Visiting and facilities
Building is open for worship
Building
Ground Plan Description and Dimensions
Footprint of Church buildings: 218 m²
Description of Archaeology and History
St Mary’s Church is located in the centre of the village where it is believed that people have worshiped for over 1000 years. The earliest reference to a church in Hardwick is from 1217, although the current church, which is built in the Perpendicular style from field stones with clunch window dressings, dates largely from the 14th and 15th centuries.
Exterior Description
The building is very simple, comprising chancel, nave, western tower with spire, a south facing porch and a Victorian vestry. Of particular interest is the fine 15th century queen-post roof and the stone stair leading to the long-removed rood screen.
Interior
Interior Description
The font is an octagonal stone bowl with a splayed underside and is possibly 13th century. On the south side of the nave there are remnants of a richly coloured medieval wall painting depicting the Seven Deadly Sins, which from the style of clothing, is thought to date from the latter part of the 15th century. Hardwick is one of only two places in the country where the Seven Deadly Sins are represented as riding on animals.
Bells
Churchyard
Grid reference: TL 372 586
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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