Church St Mary the Virgin, Church Road, Keysoe, Bolnhurst and Keysoe - Bedford (UA)
The oldest part of church dates from C12 with the north aisle and south porch added in C14. North chapel, tower and spire C15. Stone is falling from the tower, possible structural instability. Lengthy inspection and 'first aid' on tower and spire in 2018 led to a substantial amount of loose render and a dangerous gargoyle head was removed, Leaning south parapet. Investigations and emergency repairs carried out to the tower and spire but some urgent work remains. QIR due 2022. Condition and options to be reappraised.
Site Details
- Designated Site Name:
- CHURCH ST MARY THE VIRGIN
- Heritage Category:
- Listed Building grade I
- List Entry Number:
- 1114778
- Local Planning Authority:
- Bedford (UA)
- Site Type:
- Religious ritual and funerary > Church
Location
- Building Name:
- Church St Mary the Virgin
- Street Name:
- Church Road
- Locality:
- Keysoe
- Unitary Authority:
- Bedford (UA)
- Parish:
- Bolnhurst and Keysoe
- Parliamentary Constituency:
- North East Bedfordshire
- Region:
- East of England
Assessment Information
- Assessment Type:
- Place of worship
- Condition:
- Poor
- Priority:
- B - Immediate risk of further rapid deterioration or loss of fabric; solution agreed but not yet implemented
- Previous Priority:
- B
- Ownership:
- Religious organisation
- Designation:
- Listed Place of Worship grade I
Contact Details
Kate Marchant 01223 582773
