The church was entirely re-built in 1898/99 with the exception of a portion of the north wall and the norman arches in the nave ,the latter ,having been carefully repaired remain in their original state .An extension was added on the south side of the chancel capable of seating 64 people,a baptistery  at the north west end and an organ chamber at the north side of the chancel were also added
The re-opening of the church took place on june 1st 1899,it was opened by the lord bishop of carlisle.

Shap church before restoration in 1899

inside shap church before restoration

 

Shap church during demolition

Shap church during demolition, the chancel demolished

Shap church in 2011

1899 Statement of receipts and expenditure for the restoration of St Michaels Church .Shap

List of gifts of furniture which were made in connection with the restoration