Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # All Saints' Church Bolton Percy ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Articles](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/articles/) - [The 50 Club](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/50-club/) - The Friends Of All Saints’ also runs a fundraiser called the 50 Club. This is a “share-lottery” type scheme whereby individuals purchase a share (£60 per year or £5 monthly) against which a number between 1 and 50 is allocated. Each month, there is a “lottery style” draw and 3 numbers are chosen at random, - [600th Anniversary (1424-2024)](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/600th-anniversary/) - A series of events were held in 2024 to celebrate the 600th Anniversary of the Church. These were aimed at bringing the community together to join in marking this wonderful achievement with events ranging from a Village fete with dog show and pop-up pub to a formal celebration of the establishment of the Church as - [Make a donation](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/make-a-donation/) - Funds raised by the Friends of All Saints Bolton Percy (Charity no. 504363) go toward Church building fabric repairs. If you would like to make a contribution towards this work, you can make a donation to the Friends of All Saints using the donate button below. Your support will help to preserve the rich heritage - [Latest News](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/latest-news/) - [Andrew Marvell](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/andrew-marvell/) - Here you can watch a short video about the connection between the poet Andrew Marvell and All Saints' Church, Bolton Percy, or scroll down to read further information. Andrew Marvell (31 March 1621 – 16 August 1678) Andrew Marvell is considered to be one of the greatest poets of the 17th Century. Between 1650 and 1652 - [Bells](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/bells/) - The tower contains three large bells which are chimed via the method of “clocking” on account of the poor state of repair of the bell frame and wheels. Indeed the very last time they were rung by the “Full Circle” method of ringing was on April 22nd 1978 for the wedding between Simon Mitchell and - [The Great Pew Dispute](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/the-great-pew-dispute/) - The Great Pew Dispute of 1597 In July 1597 an argument began in church over the “Brocket Quire” which had been made into private seating for the gentry of Appleton after the Reformation. Seated there that morning was Sir Thomas Fairfax and family and also James Moiser and family. After morning service, Sir Thomas Fairfax - [Elizabeth Hawke Memorial](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/elizabeth-hawke-memorial/) - On the North wall of the nave at All Saints’ Bolton Percy is a 240cm x 150cm marble memorial dedicated to Elizabeth Hawke (d 19th September 1742). This memorial (see photo below) made by the notable sculptor Richard Fisher and erected in 1748 was commissioned by her only son Sir Edward Hawke. Elizabeth was born at Steeton - [Stained glass](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/stained-glass/) - Visitors come from far and wide to view our stunning stained glass windows, of which there are 14 in total. All are beautiful works of art in themselves but probably the East Window and the Millennium Window attract the most attention, albeit for different reasons. Chancel windows The stained glass windows in the chancel were restored - [Archdeacon Creyke](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/archdeacon-creyke/) - The Venerable Archdeacon of York Rev Stephen Creyke Watch a short video about Stephen Creyke and his legacy to All Saints' Bolton Percy, or scroll down to read further information. Stephen Creyke was born near Plymouth, Devon in 1796. He went to Corpus Christi College Oxford in Oct 1812 where he obtained a BA and - [Bolton Percy Coin Hoard](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/bolton-percy-coin-hoard/) - Here, you can watch a short video about the Bolton Percy Coin Hoard, or scroll down to read further information. One weekend in autumn 1967 two Bolton Percy schoolboys found coins in a field close to the village. The discovery lead to further investigation which uncovered a total of 1775 of the small copper coins - [Sedilia and Piscina](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/sedilia-and-piscina/) - In the sanctuary, there is a fine example of a 'sedilia' - stone seating for the clergy. Hidden in the vaulting of each bay are pendants of angels holding musical instruments. Above the central seat, there is an impression of a brass. It once depicted a crucifix and a kneeling figure which is said to - [The Sundial](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/sundial/) - The tall column topped by a sundial is of 16th century date and is said to have been given by Edmund Bunny, rector of this parish from 1575 to 1603. The original inscription, now badly eroded, was recorded in 1866 as saying “SUIS RATIONIBUS CONDUCENDIS”. However the meaning of this is obscure and so it may - [The Lychgate](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/lychgate/) - The Lychgate (Lych from the old Anglo Saxon word Lyke, meaning corpse) provides a fitting entrance to the church and churchyard. It was constructed by Thompson of Kilburn and given to the church by Mrs Samuel and Mr Geoffrey Smith of Oxton Hall in memory of the late Mr Samuel Smith of Tadcaster. It was - [Furnishings](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/furnishings/) - The furnishings in the church all date from later periods than the original building (the nave of which would probably have been quite empty) except for the stalls which formed part of the original 'rood' screen at the chancel arch. The lovely wooden box pews, together with the smaller of the two pulpits are Jacobean, - [Church Bell Restoration Project (2)](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/church-bell-restoration-project/) - The Church Clock was re-installed with the addition of a new modern mechanism on Friday 25th May. Our thanks go to the installers Smiths of Derby for their professionalism and perseverance. The Church Bells returned on 2nd May and were re-installed over the course of the next couple of days. Graham and James from Whites of - [Church Bell Restoration Project](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/church-bell-restoration-project-2/) - The Church Clock was dismantled on Monday 15th January 2018 to make way for the removal and replacement of the Church Bells which are in need of urgent restoration. Unfortunately the Clock mechanism and motor was situated immediately above the trap door in the Clock Chamber floor and without the removal of these the Bells would not - [August 2017 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/august-2017-update/) - When things were getting a bit strained mid-project someone said, “It’s only a roof…” And, on balance, when all’s said and done and at the end of the day, if you take the timbers, stone tile covering and leadwork above the nave and aisles of All Saints’, Bolton Percy collectively that’s all they amount to. A - [June 2017 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/june-2017-update/) - South roof re-tiled and ready for the last few finishing touches. Work now well under way to re-tile the North roof and complete the Tower roof restoration works. - [May 2017 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/may-2017-update/) - Still making good progress with re-tiling the South roof. - [April 2017 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/april-2017-update/) - The weather since the start of the project has been kind. In April both North and South roofs were repaired and re-felted. Work then turned toward re-tiling the South roof :- - [March 2017 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/march-2017-update/) - Work commences !!!! The Contractors arrived on site 27th February 2017 as planned. Here are a few photos taken in March 2017 showing how the work progressed:- - [February 2017 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/february-2017-update/) - You will doubtless be aware that for some time now we have been planning extensive re-roofing works to All Saints, Church. The works are due to start on Monday 27 February and are expected to continue until at least 14 June. For the duration of the works the north and front elevations of the church - [January 2017 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/january-2017-update/) - It’s been over three years in gestation but slowly and surely we are making progress with the roof project with the works currently scheduled to be undertaken between February and June this year. Business As Usual Following the award of the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) grant in September last year we have been liaising with - [December 2016 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/december-2016-update/) - PRESS RELEASE FROM THE NATIONAL CHURCHES TRUST - 16 DECEMBER 2016 Christmas funding boost for All Saints, Bolton Percy All Saints, Bolton Percy, on the Historic England ‘At Risk Register’, is set to benefit from a £596,000 rescue funding package from the National Churches Trust, the UK’s church repair and support charity. The church has been - [October 2016 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/october-2016-update/) - Promoting All Saints' Church at Hornington Manor Wedding Fayre on Sunday 23 October 2016, and publicizing the Heritage Lottery Fund grant which we have recently been awarded. Whatever happened to our sun dial? The more observant among you may have noticed that where there was once a sun dial in the churchyard of All Saints, Bolton - [September 2016 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/september-2016-update/) - Where is the money coming from to replace the tower and nave roof tiles? The Heritage Lottery Grant of £181,100 represents 65% of the projected total cost of £279,213. The remaining funds will be met by: The Friends of All Saints’ generous offer of £50,000. Reclaiming VAT from the Government scheme, Listed Places of Worship - but - [July 2016 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/july-2016-update/) - Second Round Grant Application Having resolved the choice of tiles we were able then to firm up on contractors’ prices all of which fall within our original budget. We have also submitted our second round grant application to HLF; the approval process takes approximately 3 months to complete and we can expect a decision in mid - [March 2016 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/march-2016-update/) - The second round bid is currently being worked on and is due for submission to the Heritage Lottery fund by the end of June 2016.PPIY Architects are acting on our behalf.The Delivery Phase is now complete and we have chosen our roofing contractor. But, we have a dilemma.... should we use: Option 1 - reclaimed - [October 2015 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/october-2015-update/) - An open meeting was held for all Bolton Percy villagers to update them on progress. The below is a resume of the meeting. TURNING DREAMS INTO REALITY - COMMUNITY CONSULTATION21 October 2015, 7pmAn open meeting for all BOLTON PERCY villagers The Committee updated everyone on progress regarding the nave and tower roofs. Over 30 villagers - [Summer 2015 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/summer-2015-update/) - An update to parishioners... ALL SAINTS, BOLTON PERCY TURNING DREAMS INTO REALITYThe Dream Lives On… Our church desperately needed a new roof but we had nowhere near the massive funds required to match costs of re-roofing. So we dared to dream. And since then, like all dreamers, we’ve been riding an emotional roller coaster. Initially - [June 2015 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/june-2015-update/) - Updated news on the bid to fund the church roof: Our second bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund, Places of Worship scheme, under the heading 'Doomsday village with leaking 15th Century Church seeks urgent 21st Century makeover' has been successful. We were delighted to hear that All Saints' Church Bolton Percy had been awarded a - [March 2015 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/march-2015-update/) - TURNING DREAMS INTO REALITY - 600 years and still counting I’ll always remember my first encounter with All Saints’ Church, Bolton Percy. It was within days of my moving into the village and it has held me in its thrall ever since. I had decided to take a stroll around the village with my two young - [A Statement of Progress](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/a-statement-of-progress/) - “They think it’s all over...” Do you remember the Heritage Lottery funded project for the re-roofing works at All Saints, Bolton Percy? I bet you thought it was all over. Well it is now. (Apologies, but it is a World Cup year). Those of you who can remember that far back will recall that we had a hog - [Funding](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/funding/) - The following short films show two ideas we turned into practical solutions in order to help us raise awareness and funding.... - [The organ](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/the-organ/) - Originally built in 1847 as a chamber organ for Nun Appleton, it was given to the church by the Milners and restored in 1903. The work of John Walker of JW Walker and Sons organ builders, Suffolk, the instrument although small is of excellent quality and distinct voice. When built it was designed to be - [All Saints' Through Time](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/all-saints-through-time/) - The impact of William Laud and the positioning of the Altar Watch a short video of Dr Stewart Mottram discussing the positioning of the Altars at All Saints’, and scroll down to read more. In the 1620s and 1630s, Charles I’s Protestant religious advisor, William Laud (Archbishop of Canterbury from 1633) had a great impact on the - [Rev Henry Hunnings](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/rev-henry-hunnings-ma-1842-1886-clergyman-inventor/) - Rev Henry Hunnings MA (1842-1886) - Clergyman & Inventor Born in Tottenham on 25th July 1842, Henry Hunnings worked as a Printer and Photographer until, aged 25, he became a Student at St Edmund Hall, Oxford. In 1870 he joined the Clergy and between 1874 and 1880 was one of two Curates at All Saints Bolton Percy. - [Origins of All Saints'](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/origins-of-all-saints/) - In very early times Bolton Percy stood near an important crossing of the River Wharfe. There is a substantial stone road running underneath the village coming from York and heading in the direction of Ulleskelf. It has all the appearance of a Roman construction. It may be that it was an ancient passage and crossing - [The font](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/the-font/) - The font is of 12th century style and came from the earlier church. The (rather heavy) font cover is said to be of Tudor origin but that has been questioned. More likely it was provided during the general refurbishment of 1631. - [Medieval Graffiti](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/medieval-graffiti/) - Within All Saints' you will find on the walls and columns important images scratched into the surface. Watch the short video below to learn more. - [Ordnance Survey Benchmark](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/ordnance-survey-benchmark/) - Ordnance Survey Bench marks (BMs) are survey marks made by Ordnance Survey to record height above Ordnance Datum. If the exact height of one BM is known then the exact height of the next can be found by measuring the difference in heights, through a process of spirit levelling. Most commonly, the BMs are found on - [February 2015 Update](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/february-2015-update/) - As part of our bid to raise the funds to help save the roof, we recorded our version of 'Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head' and sang it loud and proud on BBC Radio York. We had hoped to get permission to use our version to raise funds but sadly our request to the copyright - [George Villiers and Mary Fairfax](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/historical-marriages-2/) - Marriage of George Villiers (2nd Duke of Buckingham) and Mary Fairfax All Saints', Bolton Percy, on Tuesday September 15th 1657 The Church of All Saint’s Bolton Percy was beautifully presented on Tuesday 15th September 1657 for the marriage of George Villiers, 2nd Duke of Buckingham, and Mary Fairfax, daughter of Thomas Lord Fairfax of Nun - [Mr R. Crosthwaite & Miss Whatman](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/historical-marriages-3/) - Marriage of Mr R. Crosthwaite and Miss Whatman All Saints', Bolton Percy, on Thursday August 6th 1896 (excerpt from The Yorkshire Herald) The marriage of Miss Augusta B. E. R. Whatman, daughter of the late Mr. Charles R. Whatman, of county Kent, with Mr. Robert Crosthwaite, of Sherborne, Dorset, eldest son of the Right Rev. the - [Sir F. G. Milner & Miss A. Denison](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/historical-marriages/) - Marriage of Sir F. G. Milner (Bart) and Miss Adeline Denison All Saints', Bolton Percy, on Tuesday October 19th 1880 Miss Denison being the daughter of William Beckett-Denison MP and the Hon Helen Beckett-Denison (formerly Duncombe) of Nun Appleton. Frederick George Milner (7th Baronet) being the eldest surviving son of Sir William Milner (former MP - [The Story of Barbara Hill](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/historical-marriages-4/) - In January 1756 (1757 in modern dating) the parish register of the small parish of Bolton Percy, about 8 miles from York, recorded the marriage of Ann Steel, daughter of a large family who had lived in the parish for several generations, and John Brown, a labourer. The couple married by banns. That is, they - [Henry Fairfax](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/henry-fairfax/) - Rev Henry Fairfax (1588 – 1665) Henry Fairfax was born in 1588 at Denton, Yorkshire, the fourth son of Thomas Fairfax, 1st Lord Fairfax of Cameron. He was educated at Trinity College, Cambridge where in 1608, he became a fellow. In the same year his great friend the Welsh poet George Herbert entered the college, - [The porch](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/the-porch/) - This is the only portion of stonework which, in context, can be really called modern. It was built mid-19th century to replace an old porch made of oak. - [The chancel stalls](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/the-chancel-stalls/) - These were made by a parishioner (Mr Richardson of Appleton Roebuck) in 1865 from designs supplied by Messrs Atkinson, Architects of York. They were the gift of Archdeacon Creyke and replaced the original 15th century oak benches. The return stalls facing the altar are original and form the base of the mediaeval rood-screen. The deep - [The Mass Dials](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/the-mass-dials/) - These are a very good example of a typical Saxon Mass Dial and were removed from the wall close to the Lych Gate in 1936 where they had been placed and exposed for at least a century. Prior to that they had been put to other uses but it is not known exactly what. Originally - [Tower Roof Graffiti](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/tower-roof-graffiti/) - Here are photographs of graffiti which was discovered on the Tower Roof during recent roof repair work. It is not clearly understood how old or original these markings are and will need further investigation to be certain. However most are believed to be original. ## Pages - [Home](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/) - Welcome to the website of All Saints' Church, Bolton Percy, where you can find out about forthcoming services and events, and explore 600 years of history. - [Service Times](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/services/) - Use this page to check the times of upcoming services at All Saints' Church, Bolton Percy and the neighbouring ABC churches. - [Privacy and Terms](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/privacy-policy/) - Welcome to the website of The Parochial Church Council (PCC) of All Saints' Church, Bolton Percy with St Paul's Church, Colton. This page and our Data Protection Notice detail our privacy policy and terms of use for this website. They are reviewed and revised from time to time and subject to change without notice. Your use of this website - [Contact Us](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/contact-us/) - You can find our contact details and submit any questions or comments you have on this page. - [Friends of All Saints'](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/friends/) - Learn about the Friends of All Saints', a charity that helps to preserve the church, its history and heritage. - [Restoration](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/restoration/) - Learn all about the work that has been and is being done to restore and preserve All Saints' Church, Bolton Percy. - [Safeguarding](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/safeguarding/) - This page details our safeguarding policy. - [History Timeline](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/history-timeline/) - Explore our visual timeline to learn more about the history of All Saints' church. - [Church Features](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/church-features/) - Explore the many interesting features of the church using our interactive plan view and related topics. - [Gallery](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/gallery/) - This page has some photo galleries relating to the church for you to browse and enjoy. - [Weddings](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/weddings/) - Visit this page if you are interested in getting married in All Saints' Church, Bolton Percy. - [St Paul's Church, Colton](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/st-pauls-church-colton/) - This page is about St Paul's Church, Colton, a neighbouring church to All Saints', Bolton Percy. - [Parish Room](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/parish-room/) - Learn about the Parish Room, which is a facility across the road from All Saints' church where village events and fundraising occasions are held. - [Parish Registers](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/parish-registers/) - This page is about the Parish Registers of Bolton Percy, which date back to the 16th century. - [Interactive Plan](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/interactive-plan/) - An interactive plan view of the church with clickable points of interest. - [History](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/history/) - Your starting point for exploring the fascinating history of All Saints' Church, Bolton Percy. - [Data Protection Notice](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/data-protection-notice/) - This page details our data protection policy. - [Churchyard](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/churchyard/) - Learn about the churchyard and its renowned Cemetery Garden, which is managed as a wild flower garden by a keen team of volunteers. - [About Our Church](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/about-our-church/) - Read an overview of the history and architecture of All Saints' Church, Bolton Percy. - [User](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/user/) - [Login](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/login/) - [Register](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/register/) - [Members](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/members/) - [Logout](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/logout/) - [Account](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/account/) - [Password Reset](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/password-reset/) ## Categories - [Restoration](https://allsaintsboltonpercy.org/category/restoration/) - 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