Building record MLI41249 - Church of St John the Baptist, Yarburgh

Summary

The present Church of St John the Baptist church dates to the early 15th century. It is thought to have replaced an earlier church that burnt down in 1405.

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  • (Medieval to Modern - 1405 AD to 2050 AD)

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The Church of St John the Baptist church dates from the 15th century. It is thought to have replaced an earlier church that burnt down in 1405. Perpendicular features include the west tower of ironstone, the south doorway, north aisle and inset windows. Decorated work also present. The south doorway is ornate, with engraved emblems and inscription. A 15th century screen and poppyhead bench ends also remain. The church has been restored. For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {1}{2}{3}{4} Part of the foundations of the north aisle wall were recorded in February 2009, during archaeological monitoring of new drainage works at the church. The foundations were built of the same sandstone and chalk material that the church was constructed of. The church was recorded as having been restored by James Fowler in 1853-55. {5}{6}

Sources/Archives (6)

  •  Index: Ordnance Survey. Ordnance Survey Card Index. TF 39 SE: 4.
  •  Bibliographic Reference: Nikolaus Pevsner and John Harris. 1964. Buildings of England: Lincolnshire (First Edition). p.435.
  •  Bibliographic Reference: Arthur Mee. 1952. The King's England: Lincolnshire. pp.432-3.
  •  Index: Department of the Environment. 1986. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 8/64; 544.001.
  •  Report: Naomi Field Archaeological Consultancy. 2009. St John's Church, Yarburgh. NFAC site code: YSJC 09.
  •  Archive: Naomi Field Archaeological Consultancy. 2009. St John's Church, Yarburgh. LCNCC 2009.97.

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Grid reference Centred TF 35093 93070 (26m by 14m) Surveyed
Civil Parish YARBURGH, EAST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE

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Record last edited

Mar 21 2021 8:35PM

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