Early 18th century gravestones, Owthorpe
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Early 18th century gravestones, Owthorpe
Image: © Alan Murray-Rust Taken: 3 Oct 2011
These are very early examples of slate gravestones, and show a style that is specific to the Vale of Belvoir. It's clear that the engraver didn't draft out the text in advance, as words and dates are occasionally slotted in apparently as afterthoughts. Listed Grade II.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.894125
Longitude
-1.00227