The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC September competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 7: Church holding manor with estate in secret

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A clue to CLANDESTINE.
2 comments refer to this clue (from 2 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.I personally avoid 'with' unless it stands for 'W'. How about 'abutting'?
2.Sound enough but obvious & uninspiring (discounted it myself for those reasons)