Amelia's photos with the keyword: Mere
Mere Cemetery and a challenge for Rosa
06 Nov 2022 |
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What can be found in the cemetery that is unusual, Rosa? The photo and the PiP gives you a clue, but I guess you may already know.
Another PiP is available for Rosa and everyone else.
Well here is the answer to the mystery. There is a War Graves Commission stone with two names on it in this cemetery. According to a local it is because J.E. Chalk, who loved horses, wanted to join the army at the beginning of WW2, and was deemed to be too old. He then emigrated to Canada, changed his name and joined the Royal Canadian Army Veterinary Corps. I have yet to verify this, but I don't think that there can be many War Graves with 2 names on them.
Mere Clock tower
05 Nov 2022 |
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The centre of Mere contains a clock tower which stands on the site of the original market house, which also served as a school. The house was demolished in 1863 and the present clock tower built. This was opened in 1868 by the Prince of Wales, (later King Edward VII).
The George Inn
03 Nov 2022 |
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Night Safe. Well we didn't get any money from her…
04 Nov 2022 |
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This house was once a bank. Banks always seem to have had the best buildings don't you think? HFF everyone.
The George Inn at Mere
03 Nov 2022 |
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This delightful pub is the oldest in Mere and dates back to the 16th Century, boasting a remarkable history. According to local records, in 1651 King Charles II stayed here on his way from Trent to Heale house whilst fleeing after his defeat at the Battle of Worcester. We stayed here too after a visit to Stourhead.
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