MDE21320 - 18th Century gravestones marking Rattenbury grave, St Martin's Churchyard (Monument)
Summary
Gravestones at the head and foot of a grave, dedicated to John Rattenbury, who died in 1783.
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Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
Full Description
Pair of gravestones. 1783. Slate nowy-arched. Headstone has angel's bust to head, footstone with angel blowing trumpet. Inscription to John Rattenbury (died 1783). [1] The gravestones were visited in September 2012 as part of the rapid condition survey of Exmoor's Listed Buildings 2012-13. They received a BAR score of 4A. [2] The gravestones were assessed as part of the rapid condition survey of Exmoor’s Listed Buildings 2018-19. It received a BAR score of 5A. [3]
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SMO5109 Index: Department of the Environment. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest . HHR: Martinhoe (9 April 1987) 64.
- <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 (4A): 1544/3/115
- 2018-9 Building At Risk Score (5A): 1544/3/115
- Devon SMR Monument ID: 41673
- Devon SMR: SS64NE/7/5
- Local Heritage List Status (Rejected)
Location
| Grid reference | SS 6680 4864 (point) NHLE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS64NE |
| Civil Parish | MARTINHOE, NORTH DEVON, DEVON |
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Record last edited
Jan 28 2025 11:43AM
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