NHER 15267 (Monument record) - Shuckforth's Tomb, Burying Ground Green
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Summary
According to documentary sources this is the location where Thomas Shuckforth, a local gentleman, was buried in 1761. The tomb was aligned east-west and had numerous statues and carvings within its enclosure, including angels on pillars. It is believed that Shuckforth was relocated to the local churchyard in the early 20th century and no trace of his tomb now remains.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF90SW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SAHAM TONEY, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
Shuckforth's Tomb.
Site of burial ground in 1761.
Details in file.
Associated Sources (4)
- --- SNF560 Documentary Source: Martin, T. c. 1700-1799. Collections of Church Notes. Norfolk Records Office. Walter Rye Collection. RYE 17..
- --- SNF173 Newspaper Article: Eastern Daily Press. 1983. [Articles on Shuckforth's Tomb, Saham Toney].
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
- --- SNF8804 Secondary File: Secondary File.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (2)
Object Types (0)
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Record last edited
Jun 15 2017 12:01PM