Church St Mary the Virgin, Church Road, 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. 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 Bedfordshire

Region:

East of England

Assessment Information

Assessment Type:

Place of worship

Condition:

Poor

Priority:

A - Immediate risk of further rapid deterioration or loss of fabric; no solution agreed

Previous Priority:

B

Ownership:

Religious organisation

Designation:

Listed Place of Worship grade I