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Monument record MDR6760 - Stoke, Statue of Fair Flora

Type and Period (1)

  • (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Full Description

A stone statue, known as 'Fair Flora', in the classical style of a girl; recently toppled from its plinth and decapitated: in need of repair. Originally stood in grounds of Stoke Hall and believed to be contemporary with the house and imported from Italy. It is the subeject of many local legends. (1)

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Index: Jacques, A. 1984. Peak Park Treasures E218. E218.

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Location

Grid reference SK 2393 7712 (point) (Approximate)
Civil Parish STOKE, DERBYSHIRE DALES, DERBYSHIRE

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Record last edited

Jul 22 2011 9:02AM

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