Bellcote Collection

Church of St Mark
Parish church, c.1900, located in Oldcotes, Nottinghamshire. IoE 420568

Church of St Philip & St James
Devon countryside scene with dog in foreground and church beyond. IoE 397518

Church of St James
Parish Church in the picturesque setting of Buttermere, Cumbria. IoE 72162

Church of St Andrew
Grade II* listed Anglican parish church located in Shrewton, Wiltshire. IoE 319833

Church of St. Ethelburga
Footprints in the snow lead to the church at Millington, East Yorkshire IoE 166979

Bellcote of Templecraney Church from Portaferry Demesne - a glimpse of the derelict church from vegetation. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Down: Portaferry). Date: circa early 1900s

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Discover the enchanting history of Bellcote, a unique architectural feature found in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland. Bellcote, not to be confused with the company, is a distinctive bell-shaped structure once used to house church bells. This historic element can be found gracing the towering spires of various churches, such as the Church of St Mark, Church of St Philip & St James, Church of St James, Church of St Andrew, and Church of St. Ethelburga. One noteworthy they are be admired at Templecraney Church, nestled within the beautiful Portaferry Demesne. Bellcotes were once essential components of Irish churches, adding character and charm to the religious landscape. Today, they serve as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage that Belfast and its surrounding areas hold.