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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Nick Forbes

Norman font moved from Shropshire to Scotland for King Charles

Shropshire Scotland Prince Philip
  • A 12th-century Norman font was relocated from Shropshire to Scotland in the 1960s for King Charles.
  • Prince Philip orchestrated the font's move to Gordonstoun School in 1962 when Charles began his studies there.
  • Philip's intention was for his son to be "surrounded by ancient objects of English beauty" during his time at school.
  • The font, originally from the disused St Michael’s Church in Upton Cressett, stood in Gordonstoun's chapel for several years.
  • It was returned to its original home in Shropshire in the 1970s, where it remains today and is still occasionally used.

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Prince Philip sent 12th-century font to Charles’ boarding school in the 1960s

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