NHER 22186 (Monument record) - Medieval church font, at Dairy Farm
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Summary
The 13th century font from Thorpe church ruins (NHER 10115) has been built into a 19th century garden wall here.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TM29NW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SAXLINGHAM NETHERGATE, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
Font, reused at Dairy Farm.
Font from Thorpe church ruins (NHER 10115). Described as plain inverted type, probably dating to around 1200. Now built into 19th century garden wall at southeast corner, with base inside and possibly other reused stonework.
E. Rose (NAU) 10 February 1986.
Associated Sources (1)
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- ARCHITECTURAL FRAGMENT (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
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Record last edited
Jan 22 2007 11:27AM