Baptism Font - St Mary - West Buckland, Somerset
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Baptism font in St Mary's church, West Buckland.
Waymark Code: WMRR1E
Location: South West England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 07/27/2016
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A square font of Purbeck marble dating from around 1140. On two sides is carved a 4-bay arcade , on the other two are 15th century leaf carvings.
The present church of St Mary the Virgin, with its nave dating probably from the years 1275-1300, stands on the site of an earlier building established in Norman times.
Approximate Age of Artefact: Not listed
Relevant Website: Not listed
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