Plaque

St Marylebone School - William Benett

Inscription

To the glory of God & in memory of William Benett, Esquire, these schools were erected by his daughter, AD 1863.

Site: St Marylebone School (3 memorials)

W1, Marylebone High Street, St Marylebone School

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St Marylebone School - William Benett

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St Marylebone School - William Benett

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Ms Benett

Daughter of William Benett.

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