WESTBURY Leos are set to complete their project of restoring the ancient Quaker’s graveyard this Saturday.
Lion Michael Pearce said, “Following the past year’s efforts by the Leos (Young Lions) of Westbury, we will now, weather permitting, complete the restoration of this ancient site situated within the grounds of Pinniger Finch solicitors on Church Street.
“During the works, which was overseen by Julian Richards, discovery was made of 14 graves, together with two top sited gravestones, one of which denoted the grave of William Matravers, who on his death in 1804, bequeathed £1,000 to fund a school for the children of Westbury, still known today as Matravers School.
“The completion work will consist of covering the area with South Cerney gravel.”
If you have any questions regarding the project, contact Michael Pearce on 01373 302956 or email dpchevalblanc@blueyonder .co.uk.
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