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St. Margaret, Breckles (Breccles), Norfolk.

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Norman font

© Chris Harrison 2007

wpe8.jpg (48364 bytes) Green Man is located on the north east corner of the font. 

© Green Man East Anglia 2007

St. Margaret Breckles sometimes spelt Breccles.

© Chris Harrison 2007

 

The lovely Green man carvings on the Norman font are on the west side and is believed to date from c 1120 - 70. It has similarities to the fonts at Fincham and Sculthorpe. There are also unusual carvings to the other sides of the font. Grateful thanks to Chris Harrison for  photos and information.

 

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