Church History
Traces of the small original Anglo-Saxon church can still be discerned in the exterior stonework. This early building was first altered by the Normans, probably by Judith, who was granted the Manor and lands at Kempston by her uncle, William I, in the post-Conquest period.
Cache Location
In order to find the final cache, you will need to locate and answer the following clues:-
1. The vestry on the north side of the building was built by Sir W Long. In what year? Answer = 18A3
2. In the church graveyard, look for a headstone in the style of a cross belonging to Hamilton John Williams. Over how many years was he the vicar? Answer = BC
3. Look for a park bench. In what year was in donated along with a CPRE Award? Answer = 19DE
4. The main gates (See waypoint CLUE 4 - N52 7.221 W0 31.163) have how many gold spikes? Answer = FG
5. The next clue is at the cemetary in Green End Road (See waypoint CLUE 5 - N52 7.163 W0 31.413). How many words in the plaque on the ground? The quote begins with the word "Held". Answer = H
FINAL CACHE LOCATION:
N052 E (A+C) . (A*F) (H/C) (A*B+F)
W000 (D/F) (C-B) . (H-A) (D-F-G) (B+E+F)
FTF - Congratulations to Ed2Ed
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