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The failing state of this unique bit of local history inspired James Hayman-Joyce, a local, semi-retired chartered surveyor, to do what he could to restore it. He formed the Four Shire Stone
Restoration Committee with the aim of raising £20,000 to restore the Four Shire Stone to its former glory. The
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