Monument record 2528/1/2 - Embankment south of Handforth, Manchester - Birmingham Railway
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Summary
Embankment south of Handforth Station, presumably built for the Manchester to Birmingham Railway in 1842 . Embankments are artificial hills built to allow railways to run level over low lying ground.
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Embankment south of Handforth Station, presumably built for the Manchester to Birmingham Railway in 1842 (1).
<1> Ordnance Survey, 1995-2017, Ordnance Survey 1:10,000 Scale Map (Maps and Plans). SCH2427.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH2427 Maps and Plans: Ordnance Survey. 1995-2017. Ordnance Survey 1:10,000 Scale Map.
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
External Links (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SJ 85 82 (point) Linear |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ88SE |
| Civil Parish | WILMSLOW, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | BOLLIN FEE, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
May 8 2025 9:57AM