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St. Matthew’s C of I Church

  •   Broomhedge, County Antrim

Gothic style church, consisting of nave, North transept, and corner vestry. Fronted by a square tower with side recessed door, crenellation, and corner gabled decorated pinnacles. Carved square coat of arms above entrance, and lancet windows. Pitched slate roof. Ashlar sandstone dressing, quoins, and windows.

Stone Information

  • Stone Type Category :
  • Primary Stone:
  • Secondary Stone:
  • Replacement Stone:
  • Stonework Construction:
    Random-coursed rough-faced
  • Stonework Condition:
    Basalt in good condition with some surface discoloration (greening) and roughening of sandstone detailing associated with minor granular disintegration and flaking.
  • Condition Assessment (QUB):
    Stage 1 – A façade in this condition will only require localised remedial treatment concentrating on individual blocks. Stage 1 classification may also indicate that no intervention is needed with only periodic re-assessment of the façade is recommended.
  • OS Irish Grid (Easting):
    320643
  • OS Irish Grid (Northing):
    362562

Architect Information

  • Building Type:
  • Date of construction:
    1848
  • Listing:
    B
  • HB/SMR Ref:
    HB19/22/064
  • 2nd survey by EHS:
    No

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