What is recorded here
This stone commemorative plaque records: The Lepers Well. Near this spot some 700 years ago a hospital for lepers was dedicated to St Mary & The Holy Spirit
The Lepers Well marks the site of a medieval hospital dedicated to caring for those afflicted with leprosy, reflecting the historical efforts to both segregate and provide sanctuary for individuals suffering from this stigmatized disease.
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