Monument record MDO45120 - Holy Well of St White, Whitchurch Canonicorum
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Summary
There is reputed to have been a holy well here in the medieval period. The well was described as being near the church, but its location is not known.
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Full Description
The holy well of Saint White at Marshwood, formerly a popular place of pilgrimage, is situated near the site of the 'hermitage of the virgin saint, Candida or White'. (ie. The church of Saint Candida at Whitchurch Canonicorum, SY 3995). <1>
<1> 1939-42, Notes and queries for Somerset and Dorset 23, 218 (Article in serial). SWX1211.
<2> National Record of the Historic Environment, 449751 (Digital archive). SDO14739.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 3967 9541 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY39NE |
| Civil Parish | Whitchurch Canonicorum; Dorset |
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Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 39 NE 20
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 449751
Record last edited
Aug 23 2024 4:01PM
