MDE20324 - 18th Century gravestone in St Thomas' Churchyard (Monument)

Summary

A slate headstone commemorates Mary Reed of South Ley, who died in 1771.

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Reed headstone circa 2m south of south west corner of nave of Parish Church of St Thomas. Headstone 1771. Slate. Segmental shouldered head with angels bust. Inscription to Mary Reed of South Ley (d 1771). [1] The gravestone was visited in September 2012 as part of the rapid condition survey of Exmoor's Listed Buildings 2012-13. It received a BAR score of 5A. [2]

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Index: Department of Environment. 1987. Kentisbury. Historic Houses Register. 53. 55.
  • <2> Report: Lawrence, G.. 2014. Exmoor National Park: Rapid condition survey of listed buildings 2012-13.

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Other Statuses/References

  • 2012-3 Building At Risk Score (5A): 1544/5/97
  • Devon SMR Monument ID: 41599
  • Devon SMR: SS64SW/5/6
  • Local List Status (Unassessed)

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Grid reference SS 6226 4382 (point) NHLE
Map sheet SS64SW
Civil Parish KENTISBURY, NORTH DEVON, DEVON

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Record last edited

Nov 15 2021 5:57PM

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