Monument record 11409 - The Ford at the Meadows
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Summary
A ford across the river Dee, possibly that referred to as Bottoms Gate in the post medieval period is recorded on 19th century maps. The ford is recorded crossing the river between the Meadows and Spital Boughton and probably connected with Bottoms Lane.
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<1> Thomas, T, c.1853, Plan of the City and Liberties of Chester with Recent Additional Buildings (Maps and Plans). SCH6515.
A ford across the river Dee, possibly that referred to as Bottoms Gate in the post medieval period is recorded on 19th century maps. The ford is recorded crossing the river between the Meadows and Spital Boughton and probably connected with Bottoms Lane.
<2> Dodgson J McN, 1970-2, 1981, The Place-Names of Cheshire (Book). SCH3228.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 41 66 (point) Approximate Position |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ46NW |
| Civil Parish | CHESTER NON PARISH AREA, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | CHESTER, CHESTER HOLY TRINITY, CHESHIRE |
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Record last edited
Feb 5 2024 3:42PM