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Holy Cross

Holy Cross

Ryton

Tyne and Wear

NZ 1564 NW RYTON THE GREEN (north side) 15/89 Ryton 21.1.49 Church of Holy Cross G.V. I Parish church.

Architectural Features

C13 restored 1877-1886.

C19 carved oak pulpit on Frosterley marble columns and octagonal stone pedestal

C17 figures on ends of choir stalls

re-used rood screen.

Mural brasses to members of Bunnyfamily, including Francis, rector of Ryton, died 1617.

C13 Stanhope marble effigy of priest in chancel.

2 hatchments in south aisle.

C14 Flemish glass re-used in west window, east bay of chancel, and south aisle, all restored by W. Wailes c.1848.