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2 January 2008

Recording monuments & inscriptions in Lynsted Church graveyard

Following our training event (5th May 2007) Members are invited to join a group to build a record of monumental inscriptions in Lynsted churchyard before they deteriorate even further. Please contact Bob or Norma Baxter.

Margaret Burns, of the Kent Family History Society, led a fascinating two hour presentation that included a walk around the graveyard to see examples of problems we will face and techniques to unravel the more difficult inscriptions. There is a wide range of stones, ages and inscriptions; the stones are still (as yet) in family groups, though many are in an advanced state of decay. These Monuments and inscriptions are a priceless record of local history and it is important that they are recorded for the future. This permanent record would be available to all, in perpetuity.

Here is a short report on the training presentation and some Practical Hints offered by Margaret Burns.  Memorials inside the church can be seen here.

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