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Sundial and Plague Stone, Devil's Bridge
The Plague Stone on the Casterton side of Devil's Bridge near Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
A 17th century sundial base on Devil's Bridge which may also have been used as a plague stone. Neighbouring farmers fearful of catching a plague which was spreading through the town would have insisted that the townsfolk pay for their produce by throwing coins into the disinfectant-filled hollow carved into the top. The stone bears the inscription (now almost impossible to read), 'FEARE GOD HONER THE KING 1673'.
Created: May 27, 2016
Author: Joan Martin
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