Monument record 1806/0/3 - Stone Cross in Churton
Please read our guidance about the use of Cheshire Historic Environment Record data.
Summary
The possible site of a stone cross is reported to have been opposite the Red Lion, but has since disappeared. A stepping stone is thought to be part of the original octagonal cross shaft but this is doubtful.
Map
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Possible site of a stone cross. Reported to be originally opposite the Red Lion, but has since disappeared except for one piece of the octagonal shaft now used as a stepping stone, 100 yards or so from its original site (1). The OS report no trace of a cross near the Red Lion. The stepping stone is at SJ41795632, but it is doubtful if it is the remains of a cross shaft (2).
<1> Chester Courant, 1878-1990, The Cheshire Sheaf, 1/18 L E O 1896 (Newspaper-Magazine). SCH3105.
<2> Ordnance Survey, 1870-1982, Ordnance Survey Archaeological Record Card, SJ45NW8/1964 (Index). SCH2487.
Sources/Archives (2)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
External Links (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SJ 417 564 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ45NW |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | CHURTON BY FARNDON, FARNDON, CHESHIRE |
| Civil Parish | CHURTON BY FARNDON, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
Protected Status/Designation
Record last edited
Mar 6 2023 10:12AM