Parson's Hutch - St Margaret of Antioch - Crick, Northamptonshire
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N 52° 20.837 W 001° 08.266
30U E 626846 N 5801298
A rare example of a Parson's Shelter in St Margaret of Antioch church, Crick.
Waymark Code: WM12MY9
Location: East Midlands, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 06/18/2020
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A rare example of a Parson's Shelter or Hutch in St Margaret of Antioch church, Crick. It is made of wood and stands about 6 1/2 feet in height and would have been carried to the grave side to protect the vicar or parson from the elements whilst performing the funeral.
This one dates from 1820, and was last used in around 1900.
Approximate age of artefact (Year): 1820
Times available for viewing: Daytime hours
Entrance fee (if applicable), local currency: 0
Relevant website: Not listed
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