MDE20326 - 19th Century gravestone in St Thomas' Churchyard (Monument)
Summary
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
Dennis headstone c5m south of south east corner of south porch of church of St Thomas. Headstone 1820. Slate. Shouldered nowy head. Elaborate incised decoration with verse around the head, figure of angel blowing trumpet and open books to each side that to left inscribed 'Life how short' that to right 'Eternity how long'. Inscription to James Lovering Dennis (died 1820). [1] The gravestone was not located during the rapid condition survey of Exmoor's Listed Buildings 2012-13. It received a BAR score of 1A. [2] The gravestone was relocated and assessed during the rapid condition survey of Exmoor’s Listed Buildings 2018-19. It received a BAR score of 5A. [3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SDE64434 Index: Department of Environment. 1987. Kentisbury. Historic Houses Register. 53. 56.
- <2> SEM8060 Report: Lawrence, G.. 2014. Exmoor National Park: Rapid condition survey of listed buildings 2012-13.
- <3> SEM340772 Report: Thurlow, T.. 2020. Rapid condition survey of listed buildings 2018-2019: Summary of findings and recommendations for action. Exmoor National Park Authority.
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Other Statuses/References
- 2012-3 Building At Risk Score (1A): 1544/5/99
- 2018-9 Building At Risk Score (5A): 1544/5/99
- Devon SMR Monument ID: 41601
- Devon SMR: SS64SW/5/8
- Local Heritage List Status (Unassessed)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 6227 4381 (point) NHLE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS64SW |
| Civil Parish | KENTISBURY, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Record last edited
Jan 28 2025 1:03PM
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