St Michael's Church, Torpenhow

The sandstone structure features a three-bay nave with north and south aisles, a north transept, and a chancel covered by a green slate roof.

Founded in 1150, the church incorporates materials from a nearby Roman fort at Old Carlisle and underwent significant extensions in the 13th and 15th centuries.

The chancel arch displays intricate Norman carvings depicting demon-like figures, while the ceiling features decorative cupids and garlands from a London Livery Company hall.

St Michael's Church maintains regular Anglican services within the Diocese of Carlisle and houses numerous stained glass windows crafted by Clayton and Bell.

The medieval gravestone located in the south porch represents one of the earliest surviving funerary monuments in the region.

Location: Blennerhasset and Torpenhow

Inception: 12 century

Architectural style: English Gothic architecture, Norman architecture

Website: http://binsey.org.uk/index.php/parishes/torpenhow

GPS coordinates: 54.74690,-3.23530

Latest update: March 16, 2025 02:12