Easton on the Hill a time as Lutine House) and in the church commemorate this and Captain Skynner. The frigate "Lutine" sank during a storm in the West Frisian Islands on 9 October 1799, whilst carrying a large shipment of gold. Lloyd's of London has preserved her salvaged bell - the Lutine Bell - which is used for ceremonial purposes at their headquarters in London. The head office of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) is located at Easton House in the village, close to the church. Easton on the Hill Rural District existed from 1894 to 1935. The parish has its
HMS Hazard (1749) 1798. "Joseph" returned on 4 June 1799. 6th whaling voyage (1799–1800): Captain Ellis, or John Humphrey, sailed from London in 1799. As "Joseph" was returning home, the French privateer "Minerve" captured her. On 3 August 1800, HMS "Fisgard" captured the French privateer "Gironde". Earlier, she had also recaptured some other French prizes, including "Joseph" and , another returning whaler. "Lloyd's List" reported on 19 August 1800 that "Joseph", Humphries, master, had come into Plymouth after her recapture by "Fisgard". "Joseph" arrived back at London on 26 September. 7th whaling voyage (1801–1802): Captain John Humphreys sailed from London on 31 March