St John the Baptist, Claines, Worcestershire
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The church of St John the Baptist is well known for its proximity to "The Mug House" public house, with only the graveyard separating the two buildings. The Mug House, which has a history dating back at least 600 years, is believed to be one of only two pubs standing in consecrated grounds.
William Merriman "met with a fatal accident at Shrub Hill Station" in 1883.
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The church of St John the Baptist is well known for its proximity to "The Mug House" public house, with only the graveyard separating the two buildings. The Mug House, which has a history dating back at least 600 years, is believed to be one of only two pubs standing in consecrated grounds.
William Merriman "met with a fatal accident at Shrub Hill Station" in 1883.
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