Holne

Holne is a small village on the southeastern slopes of Dartmoor, in Devon, United Kingdom. A community has existed here since at least the 11th century, and today a population of around 250 people is served by a local shop, church, post office and pub - the Church House Inn - whose restaurant attracts visitors from far afield.

Related Topics:
Dartmoor - Devon - United Kingdom - 11th century

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The Church of St Mary the Virgin is thought to date back to the 13th century, and was enlarged early in the 16th century. Around this time a carved and painted rood screen was installed, together with a matching pulpit - often described as one of the finest in Devon.

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13th century - 16th century - Rood screen - Pulpit

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A hollow yew tree in the churchyard was thought to have been planted around 1300. Nearby is a prominent cross, with an octagonal cross section, which marks the grave of the Rev. John Gill, who was Vicar of Holne from 1858 to 1917 - his 90th year.

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