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St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands

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St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands — Grade I listed church in Burgh by Sands, Cumberland, Cumbria , England, UK.

St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands, historic churches in Scottish Lowlands

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Typical visit
30 min–1 h
Nearest railway station
Carlisle · 8.2 km
  • Free entry

About

St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands is a historic church in the United Kingdom. Records date its origin to 1150. Built in the English Gothic architecture style. Heritage designation: Grade I listed building. Affiliated with Anglicanism. Wikidata describes it as: "Grade I listed church in Burgh by Sands, Cumberland, Cumbria , England, UK". Coordinates: 54.9221°, -3.0489°.

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Heritage listing

St Michael's Church is in the village of Burgh by Sands, Cumbria, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the deanery of Carlisle, the archdeaconry of Carlisle, and the diocese of Carlisle. Its benefice is united with those of St Andrew, Aikton, St Mary, Kirkandrews-on-Eden with Beaumont, and St Peter, Kirkbampton. The church is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building.

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Upper Solway Flats & Marshes SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Solway Coast
  • Ramsar wetland: Upper Solway Flats & Marshes

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

From the Wikipedia article

St Michael's Church is in the village of Burgh by Sands, Cumbria, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the deanery of Carlisle, the archdeaconry of Carlisle, and the diocese of Carlisle. Its benefice is united with those of St Andrew, Aikton, St Mary, Kirkandrews-on-Eden with Beaumont, and St Peter, Kirkbampton. The church is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building. It is a fortified church standing on the line of Hadrian's Wall, and is unique in having had two fortified towers (one of which has been converted into a vestry).

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Background

History

The church dates probably from the late 12th century, During the 14th century fortified towers were added to the west and east of the church. While the foundations for the west tower were being dug in 1360, the north arcade collapsed and had to be rebuilt. Later, probably in 1713, the east tower was reduced in height to two storeys, and was possibly used as a residence for the vicar. The church was restored in 1880–81. and then lay in state in the church.

Architecture

between church and tower|left]]Inside the church is a three-bay north arcade of pointed arches carried on octagonal columns. A small passage leads into the base of the tower; this is protected by an iron gate (or yett). The chancel arch dates from the 19th century, and contains a recess for an aumbry. In the east wall of the chancel to the left of the altar is a carved Roman corbel stone. To the right of the altar a door leads into the vestry. The stained glass in the north aisle windows dates from 1898 and is by Heaton, Butler and Bayne; one of these depicts Edward I. The rest of the stained glass dates from 1897, and is by Seward and Company.

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Coordinates
54.9221, -3.0489
District
Cumberland
Parish
Burgh by Sands
Postcode
CA5 6AW
Parliamentary constituency
Penrith and Solway
Established
1150
Nearest railway station
Carlisle8.2 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands?
St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode CA5 6AW), in the parish of Burgh by Sands.
When was St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands built?
Built or established in 1150.
Is St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands a listed building?
St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands is officially recognised as Grade I listed building listed.
Is St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands a protected site?
Yes — St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands is part of the Upper Solway Flats & Marshes SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands free to visit?
Yes, St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands is free to enter.
How do I get to St Michael's Church, Burgh by Sands?
Drivers can navigate to postcode CA5 6AW. It sits within the Penrith and Solway parliamentary constituency.