Monument record 16037 - Milepost by the A523 in Bosley
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Summary
London Road iron plate, erected by the Macclesfield District of Sandon & Bullock Smithy turnpike trust in the 19th century.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Geograph Project Limited, 2005-2025, Geograph, https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5622779 (Web Site). SCH9631.
Metal plate attached to wooden post by the A523, in parish of Bosley (Macclesfield District), London Road; South of Queen's Arms PH, on grass bank, on East side of road. London Road iron plate, erected by the Macclesfield District of Sandon & Bullock Smithy turnpike trust in the 19th century.
Inscription reads:-
FROM.LONDON
162. MILES
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TO
MACCLESFIELD
5. MILES
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TO LEEK
7 MILES
Milestone Society National ID: CH_MFLK05
<2> Terry Keegan, 2001, The Milestone Society (Web Site). SCH9271.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SJ 9187 6549 (2m by 2m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ96NW |
| Civil Parish | BOSLEY, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | BOSLEY, PRESTBURY, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Nov 29 2024 4:29PM