Illustrated Dictionary of British Churches - Holy Water Stoup Definition
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Holy Water Stoup
A vessel made to hold holy water, usually placed near the main door to the church. Most stoups were set into a small recesss, but they could also be free-standing, set upon a pillar.
Also known as: stoup
Related: Stoup
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Wenhaston, Suffolk
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Blythburgh, Suffolk
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Wenhaston, Suffolk
