Monument record MLI92511 - Gravestone, Church of All Saints, Benington
Summary
Gravestone dating from 1727, in the churchyard of the Church of All Saints, Benington.
Type and Period (1)
- GRAVESTONE (Post Medieval to Modern - 1727 AD to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
Gravestone dating from 1727, in the churchyard of the Church of All Saints, Benington. Made from limestone ashlar, and takes the form of a segmental headed stone with scrolled oval inscription panel surmounted by winged cherub, beneath which is a circular hole for supporting post, now removed. The gravestone is inscribed to Mr. Wm. Purrill, Shopkeeper of this Parish, d.1727, recording his endowment of the Almshouses which are north of the Church, and also a School. For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate entry in the National Heritage List for England. {1}{2}
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SLI7655 Index: Department of the Environment. 1987. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 8/4.
- <2> SLI13386 Website: Historic England (formerly English Heritage). 2011->. The National Heritage List for England. http://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/. 1062078.
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Location
| Grid reference | TF 3970 4650 (point) Estimated from Sources |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BENINGTON, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Dec 16 2025 2:25PM
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