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Tomb of Matilda Fitzwalter (Maid Marian), Little Dunmow Priory Church

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Tomb of Matilda Fitzwalter (Maid Marian), Little Dunmow Priory Church

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Tomb of Matilda Fitzwalter (Maid Marian), Little Dunmow Priory Church

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  • Location: Little Dunmow, Uttlesford, Essex, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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    May 13, 2021

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    Within Little Dunmow's pretty church lies a tomb purporting to hold one of the most intriguing literary figures in English history. Maid Marian of Robin Hood fame is said to be buried here, or rather, the woman who served as the inspiration for her.

    Matilda Fitzwalter was the daughter of Baron Fitzwalter, the Lord of Little Dunmow and instrumental in the signing of the Magna Carta.

    Story has it that Matilda fell for a knight who turned out to be Robin Hood and spurned the affection of future king, Prince John, leading her to flee her home.

    January 10, 2021

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    Supposed tomb of Maid Marian, Inside Priory Church, Little Dunmow.

    braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/3951661.was-maid-marian-from-essex

    January 18, 2023

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    Within Priory Church in Little Dunmow lies the tomb of Matilda Fitz Walter, said to be Maid Marian of the legend of Robin Hood.
    The story goes that Matilda fell …
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    Location: Little Dunmow, Uttlesford, Essex, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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