Monument record 11419 - Bull baiting at the Cross
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Summary
Record of a Corporation Bullbait held annually at the Cross in the centre of Chester. Bull baiting was a popular sport that formed part of the annual mayor making ceremonies until 1754 when it was banned by the Corporation.
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Full Description
<1> Lewis C.P & Thacker A.T. (eds), 2005, Victoria County History - A History of the County of Chester: Volume Vii, The City of Chester - The City of Chester, Culture, Buildings, Institutions (Book). SCH6522.
Record of a Corporation Bullbait held annually at the Cross in the centre of Chester. Bull baiting was a popular sport that formed part of the annual mayor making ceremonies until 1754 when it was banned by the Corporation.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH6522 Book: Lewis C.P & Thacker A.T. (eds). 2005. Victoria County History - A History of the County of Chester: Volume Vii, The City of Chester - The City of Chester, Culture, Buildings, Institutions.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 40 66 (point) 6 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| 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
Apr 18 2019 10:23AM