Monument record 2471/1/6 - Macclesfield to Buxton turnpike of 1821

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Summary

Grade II listed bollard milepost. It is a cast iron post painted white with black lettering. Inscribed: MacclD 3 3/4 miles Buxton 8 miles. The makers name J Harrison Ltd. Derby is also on the post. It dates to around 1820. It is one of a complete set of bollard mileposts on new Macclesfield to Buxton turnpike of 1821.

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Full Description

Bollard milepost. Cast iron post painted white with black lettering. Inscribed: MacclD 3 3/4 miles Buxton 8 miles (1). Cylindrical head on narrower cylindrical post wth 3 panels. Makers name J Harrison Ltd. Derby is on the post. c.1820. One of a complete set of bollard mileposts on new Macclesfield to Buxton turnpike of 1821 (2).


<1> Peak Park Treasures, D283 Davies J E 1983 (Index). SCH2624.

<2> Department of the Environment, 1971-2005, List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest, /5/92 (Report). SCH1934.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Index: Peak Park Treasures. D283 Davies J E 1983.
  • <2> Report: Department of the Environment. 1971-2005. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. N/A. /5/92.

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Location

Grid reference SJ 968 735 (point) 8 Figure Ref
Map sheet SJ97SE
Historic Township/Parish/County MACCLESFIELD FOREST, PRESTBURY, CHESHIRE

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Jan 10 2023 12:45PM