The Grade II listed Anglican parish church is dedicated to St Bartholomew. The church is mainly in decorated style, and formerly cruciform in plan before losing its north transept. It has a low central bell tower. On the floor of the church is a monumental brass with an effigy of Sir John Skypwyth, 1415. St Bartholomew's was repaired and re-seated in 1863. The manor of Covenham was an endowment to Covenham Priory which itself was given by William I to the abbey of St Carileph at Le Mans. In 1303 the priory became unprofitable and was sold to Kirkstead Abbey. The church was declared redundant in 1980. Sadly since then it has suffered ongoing decay, and even had lead stolen from it's roof causing further damage and increased declination. Here it is in it's current state. Not too bad saying it has sat dormant for 42 years!
Even The Entrance Gates Have Seen Better Days
In We Go To A Thankfully Undamaged Stain Glass Window
Cobwebs Strewn Across This Window
Cracks Starting To Show
More Damage Here
I've Seen A Lot Worse! Thanks For Looking.
Even The Entrance Gates Have Seen Better Days
In We Go To A Thankfully Undamaged Stain Glass Window
Cobwebs Strewn Across This Window
Cracks Starting To Show
More Damage Here
I've Seen A Lot Worse! Thanks For Looking.
